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Class 8 Science Chapter 6 Notes

Chapter 6 of Class 8 Science discusses the concept of pressure, its relation to force and area, and how it affects liquids and atmospheric conditions. It explains the formation of winds, storms, and cyclones, emphasizing safety measures during severe weather. Key points include the behavior of air pressure, the dynamics of high-speed winds, and the characteristics of thunderstorms and cyclones.

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Class 8 Science Chapter 6 Notes

Chapter 6 of Class 8 Science discusses the concept of pressure, its relation to force and area, and how it affects liquids and atmospheric conditions. It explains the formation of winds, storms, and cyclones, emphasizing safety measures during severe weather. Key points include the behavior of air pressure, the dynamics of high-speed winds, and the characteristics of thunderstorms and cyclones.

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Class 8 Science Chapter 6: Pressure, Winds, Storms and Cyclones

Pressure
Pressure = Force/Area. SI Unit: Pascal (Pa). Smaller area gives higher pressure; larger
area gives lower pressure.

Examples: Broad bag straps reduce pressure. Sharp knives and pointed nails exert high
pressure.

Pressure in Liquids
Liquids exert pressure at the bottom, sides and in all directions. Liquid pressure
increases with the height of the liquid column. Overhead tanks are placed high to
provide greater water pressure. Dam bases are thicker because pressure is greatest
near the bottom.

Atmospheric Pressure
Air exerts atmospheric pressure. Balloons inflate because air pushes in all directions.
Our body's internal pressure balances atmospheric pressure.

Formation of Wind
Air moves from high pressure to low pressure. Sea breeze: sea to land during the day.
Land breeze: land to sea at night.

High-Speed Winds
High-speed winds create low pressure. Roofs may blow away if pressure above is much
lower than inside.

Storms and Thunderstorms


Warm moist air rises, cools and forms clouds. Storm + thunder + lightning =
thunderstorm.

Lightning
Rubbing of water droplets and ice particles creates charges. Sudden discharge causes
lightning. Heated air expands rapidly, producing thunder.

Safety
Stay indoors, avoid trees, water and metal objects. Crouch if outside. Do not lie flat.

Cyclones
Cyclones form over warm oceans due to rising warm moist air, low pressure and
Earth's rotation. The calm centre is the eye. Follow weather warnings and move to
shelters if needed.

Quick Revision
Pressure=Force/Area; SI unit Pa; liquids exert pressure in all directions; wind flows high
to low pressure; high-speed wind lowers pressure; cyclone eye is calm.

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