Grade 6
  1. Introduction to Chemistry  1.1. What is Chemistry?  1.2. Importance of chemistry in daily life  1.3. Branches of chemistry  1.4. Safety rules in chemistry laboratory  1.5. Common Laboratory Equipment and Their Uses
  2. Matter and its states  2.1. Definition of Matter  2.2. Properties of matter  2.3. States of matter  2.4. Solid state  2.5. Fluid state  2.6. Gaseous state  2.7. Plasma state  2.8. Changes in the states of matter  2.9. Melting and freezing  2.10. Evaporation and Condensation  2.11. Sublimation  2.12. Deposit
  3. Physical and chemical changes  3.1. Definition of Physical Change  3.2. Examples of physical change  3.3. Definition of Chemical Change  3.4. Examples of chemical change  3.5. Difference Between Physical and Chemical Changes  3.6. Indicators of Chemical Change
  4. Elements, Compounds, and Mixtures  4.1. Definition of the element  4.2. Classification of elements  4.3. Metals  4.4. Non metallic  4.5. Metalloids  4.6. Noble gases  4.7. Definition of compound  4.8. Properties of Compounds  4.9. Definition of Mixture  4.10. Types of mixtures  4.11. Homogeneous mixture  4.12. Heterogeneous mixtures
  5. Separation of mixtures  5.1. The need for isolation  5.2. Separation methods  5.3. Handpicking and winnowing  5.4. Filtration  5.5. Sedimentation and decantation  5.6. Evaporation  5.7. Crystallization  5.8. Distillation  5.9. Magnetic Separation  5.10. Chromatography
  6. Air and its composition  6.1. Components of air  6.2. Importance of Oxygen  6.3. The importance of nitrogen in the air and its composition  6.4. Carbon dioxide in the atmosphere  6.5. The role of water vapor and other gases in air and its composition  6.6. Properties of Air  6.7. Uses of air  6.8. Air pollution and its effects
  7. Water and its properties  7.1. Importance of Water  7.2. Sources of water  7.3. Properties of water  7.4. Water as the universal solvent  7.5. Water Purification  7.6. Water purification methods (boiling, filtration, chlorination)  7.7. Water cycle  7.8. Water conservation  7.9. Water pollution and its effects
  8. Acids, Bases and Salts  8.1. Definition of Acid  8.2. Properties of Acids  8.3. Examples of Acids  8.4. Definition of Bases  8.5. Properties of bases  8.6. Examples of Bases  8.7. Definition of Salt  8.8. Neutralization reaction  8.9. pH Scale and Indicators  8.10. Uses of Acids, Bases and Salts
  9. Introduction to the Periodic Table  9.1. History of the Periodic Table  9.2. Arrangement of elements in the periodic table  9.3. Groups and periods  9.4. Importance of periodic table  9.5. First 10 elements and their symbols
  10. Metals and Nonmetals  10.1. Properties of Metals  10.2. Properties of Non-Metals  10.3. Difference Between Metals and Nonmetals  10.4. Uses of metals and nonmetals  10.5. Corrosion of metals and its prevention
  11. chemical reactions  11.1. Introduction to Chemical Reactions  11.2. Types of Chemical Reactions  11.3. combustion reaction  11.4. Oxidation and Reduction  11.5. Simple chemical equations  11.6. Rusting of iron
  12. Fuel and energy  12.1. Types of fuel  12.2. Fossil fuels  12.3. Renewable and non-renewable sources of energy  12.4. Energy Conservation  12.5. Alternative sources of energy (solar, wind, hydropower)
  13. Plastic and fiber  13.1. Natural and synthetic fibers  13.2. Properties of plastics  13.3. Advantages and disadvantages of plastic  13.4. Recycling of plastic  13.5. Biodegradable and non-biodegradable materials

Grade 6 → Matter and its states ↓


Evaporation and Condensation


Matter is everything that has mass and occupies space. Everything around us is made up of matter. Matter can exist in different states, mainly as solids, liquids and gases. The state of matter is determined by the arrangement and motion of its particles. Two important processes that show the changing states of matter are evaporation and condensation.

Understanding evaporation

Evaporation is the process in which a liquid changes into a gas. This process usually occurs at the surface of the liquid. When a liquid is heated, its molecules move quickly. Some of these fast-moving molecules may escape from the surface of the liquid into the air and become a gas.

A common example of evaporation is clothes drying in the sun. Imagine a wet shirt hanging outside on a sunny day. The water molecules in the shirt absorb energy from the sun and begin moving faster. As they gain more energy, they evaporate into the air, drying the shirt.

H2O (liquid) ⟶ H2O (gas)

Factors affecting evaporation

  • Temperature: The higher the temperature, the faster the evaporation process will be because heat provides more energy for the molecules to escape into the air.
  • Surface area: More surface area allows more molecules to escape at once. This is why a cup of water will evaporate more slowly than water poured onto a large plate.
  • Air movement: Wind blowing over water can carry away the evaporated molecules, speeding up the process.
  • Humidity: Low humidity can speed up evaporation, since dry air can hold more water vapor than humid air.

Description of compaction

Condensation is the process in which a gas turns back into a liquid. It is essentially the opposite of evaporation. When gas molecules lose energy, they slow down and come closer to each other, forming a liquid.

A practical example of condensation is the water droplets that appear on a cold can of soda. The air around the can contains water vapor (gas). When the vapor hits the cold surface of the can, it loses energy and turns back into liquid water droplets.

H2O (gas) ⟶ H2O (liquid)

Illustration: The water cycle

To better understand evaporation and condensation, let's look at the water cycle. In nature, the water cycle moves through different states, from oceans to clouds and rain.

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In this cycle, sunlight heats water in rivers, lakes, and oceans, causing it to evaporate. The water vapor rises into the atmosphere, where it cools and condenses to form clouds (condensation). When the clouds become heavy with water, they release it as precipitation (rain, snow, etc.), and fall back to the ground. Water is always cycling in this natural process.

Practical examples of evaporation and condensation

Evaporation:

  1. Spill some water on a hot road: On a sunny day, you may notice small potholes disappear quickly. The sun's energy speeds up the evaporation of water into the air.
  2. Boiling water on the stove: As water boils, you see steam rising. This steam is water vapor created by the rapid movement of molecules.
  3. Perfume or nail polish remover: When you open the bottle, the liquid inside it begins to evaporate into the air, releasing its scent.

Condensation:

  1. Dew on grass: When temperatures drop at night, water vapor in the air cools and condenses on cool surfaces, such as grass.
  2. Breathing on a cold window: When you exhale, the warm moist air from your breath hits the cold window and condenses into tiny droplets.
  3. Water droplets on the lid of a cooking vessel: When hot food is covered, the steam hits the surface of the cold vessel lid and condenses back into water.

Importance of evaporation and condensation

Evaporation and condensation are vital to life and processes on Earth. In addition to facilitating the water cycle, they also play a role in many other areas.

Climate and weather: Evaporation and condensation help control climate and weather patterns. Evaporated water helps form clouds, and when these clouds condense and precipitate, they provide fresh water for the ecosystem.

Chemical processes: Many industrial and natural processes rely on evaporation and condensation for substance separation and purification, such as making salt by evaporating seawater.

Agriculture: Plants absorb water from the soil and release water vapor through a process called transpiration. This vapor can contribute to cloud formation and precipitation, which in turn helps the growth of those same plants.

Daily uses: Understanding these processes helps us in everyday activities like drying clothes, cooking and keeping food fresh.

Simple experiment to understand

Trying these simple experiments can help you gain a solid understanding of both evaporation and condensation:

1. Evaporation experiment

Materials needed: A shallow pot or plate, water, and a warm place or heat source.

  1. Pour enough water into a shallow dish to cover the bottom.
  2. Place the pot in a warm, sunny location or near a heat source.
  3. Inspect the water level at regular intervals.
  4. Note how the water level decreases over time.

Explanation: The water filled in the vessel is slowly changing into vapor due to heat and is escaping into the air.

2. Condensation experiment

Materials required: A cold can of soda or glass, ice cubes, and a warm place.

  1. Remove a chilled can of soda from the refrigerator.
  2. Place it on a table in a warm place.
  3. Watch for moisture to build up on the outside of the can.
  4. Feel the water droplets forming on its surface.

Explanation: The water vapour present in the air loses its energy on coming in contact with the cold surface of the can and turns back into liquid.

Conclusion

The processes of evaporation and condensation are both necessary and fascinating. They demonstrate how the substances around us are intimately connected and always changing. By observing these processes, we gain a deeper appreciation for the dynamic balance within nature.

Understanding these basic principles lays a foundation for further studies in chemistry and related sciences. The next time you watch rain fall, steam rise, or dew form on the grass, you'll be aware of the incredible processes of evaporation and condensation that make life possible.


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