Water

Chapters Included:
Ch 18- Precious Water
Ch 19- Water-A Unique Liquid
Ch 20- Aquatic Life
Day 1
SWAT
Retell the distribution of water on Earth.
Retell why Earth is called the Blue Planet.
 Water Availability
1. Earth is called the Blue Planet. Why?
2. So does that mean all of this water can be consumed? Why?
3. In ancient times, towns and villages were built close to riverbanks.
Why?
Water on Earth
Date Water CW
1. The various places where water is stored on the earth’s
surface are called water bodies. E.g.- rivers, lakes, ponds
and oceans.

2. About 70% of the earth’s surface is covered with water.

Therefore, from outer space it appears blue and so Earth is
called the 'Blue Planet'.

3. The freshwater is found in rivers, lakes, ponds etc.

Date Water CW

Water

97% 3%
Saline Fresh
Water water
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Closure

1. Water covers about _____% of the Earth's

surface, with the majority found in oceans.

2. Only about _____% of Earth's water is

freshwater, and the rest is in the form of
seawater.
Homework
1. What are the three states of water?
2. What do we mean by freezing point of water?
3. What do we mean by boiling point of water?
Materials required for the next class:
Paper cups: one large and one small sized, salt, sugar, coin,
safety pin, small flower, paper clip, leaf and marble
Day 2 and 3
SWAT
1. Observe how the shape of water changes with
changing container
2. Observe which substance dissolve in water, float
on water and sink in water.
3. List the properties of water
Let's discuss

1. Where all have you seen water?

2. Can water be found only in liquid state?
3. What are the three states of water?
4. What do we mean by freezing point of water?
5. What do we mean by boiling point of water?
Self check
1.. The three states of water are solid ( found as ice),
liquid( water) and gas ( water vapour).

2. The freezing point of water is the temperature at

which water changes from a liquid to a solid state.

3. The boiling point of water is the temperature at

which water changes from liquid to gaseous state.
 Activity Time
1. Transfer some water from your water bottle to the small cup. What
is the shape of water?
2. Now transfer the water of this cup into another cup. What is the
shape of water?
Date Properties of Water CW
Now, put the following things in water, observe and fill the
table.
Material Dissolve in Water Sink in Water Float in Water
salt
sugar
marble
leaf
flower petal
coin
safety pin
paper clip
 Date Properties of Water CW

1. At room temperature, water is in liquid state. (measured in litres)

2. The freezing point of water is 0 degree Celsius. (water turns into ice)
3. The boiling point of water is 100 degree Celsius. (water turns to
steam)
4. Pure water is shapeless- has no shape of its own. It acquires the shape
of the container that it poured in.
5. Pure water is colourless. It acquires the colour of the substance that is
dissolved in it.
Date Properties
6. Pure water is tasteless.
of Water CW

7. Water is called the universal solvent because it can

dissolve more substances than any other liquid. A substance
that dissolves in a solvent is called a solute. Eg. Salt, sugar,
lemon juice, coffee, vinegar etc.

8. The substances which do not dissolve in water either float on

water or sink in water. Objects which have lower density
than water floats on the water. Objects which have higher
density than water sinks in water.
Density is the space an object or substance takes up (its volume) in relation
to the amount of matter in that object or substance (its mass)
CLOSURE

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Find Out- To be done in MIF Notebook

1. A ship is made up of iron. So why does it float

on water?
2. What do mean by oil spill?
2. What are some causes of oil spills?
3. How does an oil spill affect the ecosystem?
Day 4 and 5
SWAT
List the uses of water
Recapitulate the water cycle
SELF-CHECK

1. A ship made of iron and steel is a hollow object which

contains a lot of air in it. Due to the presence of a lot of
air in it the average density of the ship becomes less than
the density of water. Hence a ship floats in water.
2. An oil spill refers to the accidental or intentional release
of liquid petroleum into the environment, typically into
bodies of water such as oceans, rivers, or lakes.
Self-check
3. Oil spills can occur as a result of various human activities and natural
events. Here are some common causes of oil spills: Oil Tanker
Accidents, pipeline leaks, natural disasters such as hurricanes,
earthquakes, and tsunamis.

4. Effect of oil spill:

Habitat Destruction: Oil spills can coat and smother habitats leading to
their destruction The oil can contaminate the water and be toxic to fish,
mammals, birds, and other organisms. Oil spills can disrupt the food
chain by affecting primary producers (such as phytoplankton) and
subsequently impacting herbivores and predators.
Pair task- 3 min for task, 2 min for sharing

1. In pairs, list some uses of water at homes.

2. List use of water in industries.

Date Uses of Water CW
1. At home - We need water for various activities:
a. drinking b. cooking
c. washing clothes d. bathing
e. watering plant f. washing fruits and vegetables

2. Agricultural Use- irrigation (application of water to soil or

land to assist in the growth of crops.) Farm animals require water
for drinking.

3. Industrial use- Many industries use water for cooling

purposes. It is used for cleaning, rinsing, diluting, and as a solvent
in various chemical processes.
Water cycle
COMPLETE THE PICTURE
EVAPORATION

?
CONDENSATION
?
? PRECIPITATION

? COLLECTION
THE WATER CYCLE
STEP 1 STEP 3

STEP 2 STEP 4

EVAPORATION PRECIPITATION

CONDENSATION COLLECTION
 Date Water Cycle CW
The water cycle, also known as the hydrological cycle, is the continuous process
by which water is circulated on Earth.
1. Evaporation: Sun heats the surface of the Earth. This heat causes water from
oceans, lakes, rivers, and even puddles to change from a liquid to a gas (water
vapor) and rise into the air.
2. Condensation: As the warm water vapor rises, it cools down in the atmosphere
and changes back into tiny water droplets, forming clouds.
3. Precipitation: When the clouds become heavy with water droplets, they release
the water in the form of precipitation. This can be rain, snow, sleet, or hail.
4. Collection: Precipitation falls to the Earth and refill the water in rivers, lakes,
and oceans.
 Quick Check
Water Cycle:
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Homework
1. What is infiltration?

2. Why is infiltration considered important in the water cycle?

Day 6,7 and 8
SWAT
PERFORMANCE TASK: Flipped Class
Present their information:
JAM on how people in ancient times used to get drinking water
vs how people obtain drinking water through various means
now.
DAY 9,10 and 11
Reading of the chapters:
Chapter 18: Precious Water
Chapter 19: Water- A unique Liquid
 Chapter-20
Aquatic LIFE
DAY 1
● SWAT
● Retell the vocabulary words that will be used in the chapter
What do we mean by aquatic life?
 DATE Vocabulary CW
1.Aquatic life- life that exists in water
2.Marine plants and animals- animals and plants that are found in
oceans and seas
3.Zooplanktons- group of small animals that float in oceans, seas, and
freshwater bodies. They serve as a primary food source for many
larger organisms, including fish, whales, and some birds
4.Amphibians- animals that live in water as well as on land.
Example-frog
5. Hydrophytes/macrophytes- plants that have adaptations to live in
aquatic environments, such as ponds, lakes, rivers, and wetlands.
CLOSURE
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2What do we mean by:
a)aquatic life
b)marine plants and animals
c)zooplanktons
d)amphibian
e)hydrophytes
DAy 2
● SWAT
List the adaptations of marine animals
Visualize and think
1. Have you ever drunk sea water? I f not, imagine a cup
filled with salt and some water. Will you be able to drink
this?
2. How are sea animals able to survive in saline water?
3. How are some fishes able to prey upon other fishers
which are larger in size?
4. How are marine animals able to survive in cold
temperature of saline water?
 DATE SEA ANIMALS CW
Sea animals have evolved remarkable adaptations to survive. Along with having
streamlined body for efficient swimming and gills to breathe they have following
adaptations to thrive in saline water.

a. Camouflage: Mimic octopus can mimic the appearance and behaviour of other
marine animals and the cuttlefish can rapidly change its skin color and texture.
b. Bioluminescence: Some deep-sea organisms, like certain species of fish,
jellyfish, and squid, produce their own light through a process called
bioluminescence. This adaptation is used for communication, attracting prey, or
distracting predators.
c. Salt Glands: Marine birds, such as seagulls and pelicans, have salt glands
located near their eyes or bills that allow them to excrete excess salt absorbed
from seawater, enabling them to drink seawater and maintain hydration.
d. Countercurrent Exchange: Many marine animals like
whale and seals have special systems in their circulatory
systems, which help them conserve body heat in cold water
environments.
e. Symbiotic Relationships: By living among the tentacles
of the sea anemone, clownfish gain protection from
predators. Clownfish often leave scraps of food behind after
they consume prey. The sea anemone consumes this food
f. Echolocation: Some marine mammals, such as dolphins
and whales, use echolocation to navigate, communicate,
and locate prey
CLOSURE
1. Which of the following is an adaptation for aquatic animals that
helps them breathe underwater?
2. Gills
3. Lungs
4. Densely knit fur with air pockets
5. Swim bladder

2. Octopus have the special ability to ____________ to survive under

water.

3.List all the adaptations of marine animals which help them to survive.
FIND OUT:

(TO BE DONE IN MIF NOTEBOOK)

1. Why do most marine animals exist in upper layers of
water?
2. How is Angler fish and lantern fish able to survive in the
lowest layer of the ocean?

(Refer to page 126 and 127 of textbook)

DAY 3
● SWAT
● List the differences and similarities of marine
animals and freshwater animals
 Self-check
1.The marine animals are found in upper layers of water as
these layers are warm due to sunlight and rich in food supply.
2. Angler fish and lantern fish emit light to attract other fish to
prey upon. This is how they are able to survive in the lowest
layer of water.
Find out
1. What do we mean by marine animals? Give 2 examples.
2. What do we mean by freshwater animals? Give 2
examples.
3. What is common between marine animals and freshwater
animals?
4. What are some differences between marine animals and
freshwater animals?
 Self-Check
1. Marine animals are animals that are found in oceans and seas. Examples a
starfish, sea turtle, whale etc.

2. Freshwater animals are animals found in or near rivers, lakes, ponds and
swamps. Examples are salamander, crayfish, duck etc.
 Date Aquatic Life CW
Lets fill the Venn Diagram
1.Water is essential for supporting life
2. Human activities have significant impacts
3. Animals are found in oceans and seas. Examples are starfish,
sea turtle, whale etc.
4. Animals found in or near rivers,
lakes, ponds and swamps.
Examples are salamander, crayfish,
duck etc.
 CLOSURE
List the similarities and differences of freshwater animals
and freshwater animals