ICSE Class 6 Physics, Unit 6: Magnetism
From the CISCE curriculum. 6 key concepts, about 3 days of study at 20 to 30 minutes a day.
What this unit aims at
Substances that have property of attracting iron are called magnets. The materials that get attracted towards a magnet are known as magnetic materials. For example, iron, nickel and cobalt. Materials that are not attracted towards a magnet are non-magnetic- for example, glass, plastic, wood. When a magnet is suspended freely, it always rests in the same direction. The end of the magnet that points toward North is called North pole. The end that points towards south is called South pole. This property of magnets helps us to find directions. Opposite poles of two magnets attract each other and similar poles repel one another. Each magnet is surrounded by a magnetic field. Permanent magnets retain their magnetism for a long time. Temporary magnets behave like a magnet only till they are under influence of a magnetic field. When an electric current flows through a coil of wire, the coil beha
Your child should be able to
- state characteristics of a magnet
- distinguish between magnetic and non-magnetic substances
- state the properties of magnets
- recognise the magnetic field around a magnet
- recognize the Earth’s magnetic field
- describe different ways to make a magnet
- distinguish between permanent and temporary magnets
- make a simple electromagnet
- list precautions for care and storage of magnets
- discuss loss of magnetic property due to heating, hammering and electricity
Key concepts in this unit
- Magnetic and non-magnetic substances.
- Characteristics of a magnet. properties of magnets Magnetic field around a magnet.
- Earth’s magnetic field.
- Making of Magnets Permanent & temporary magnets and their uses
- Electromagnets and choice of material for the core of an electromagnet
- Care & storage of magnets Demagnetization by heating, hammering and electricity.
Teach this unit at home
- A day-by-day plan from the CISCE concepts, so you know what to cover each day.
- A step-by-step script for each day, so you know what to say and ask (AI-written from the CISCE curriculum, so check it against your child's school book).
- A quiz at the end.
From the CISCE Curriculum for Classes I to VIII (2016). CISCE sets what is taught, not the textbooks, so schools use different books and there are no page numbers here. Adhian Gurus is not affiliated with CISCE.