ARMY PUBLIC SCHOOLS FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDIES (APSIS)

Accelerated Resource Pack for Early Sitters

Grade VIII

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 Guide Lines for Teachers

This resource pack is designed to cater early sitters for grade VIII. The topics
included are carefully selected for bridging the learning gaps of student and
developing skills for APSIS stream. The careful selection of topics is done by
focusing on the alignment with Cambridge syllabus of Science (Physics,
Chemistry, Biology).

Following are few guidelines for the teachers;

i. Most of the worksheets are designed to promote active learning.

However, teachers need to introduce the topics through prior
reading, short lecture or video.

ii. Teachers may utilize the worksheets while planning the class
activities for students.

iii. One worksheet may be used for multiple lessons considering the
students need and allocation of the lessons

iv. These are only few samples for teacher’s guidance; however,
teachers may have the liberty to design their own worksheets as per
needs and demands of their learners based on these

Note: The worksheets consist of MCQs, fill in the blanks, True/False, and
match the columns SRQS, labelling of diagrams, Flowcharts etc.

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Table of Contents

Topic: Light -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Topic: Chemical reaction -----------------------------------------------------------------

Topic: Topic: Chemical reaction -----------------------------------------------------

Topic: Food and Digestion ................................................................................

Topic: Comprehensive Worksheet (Food, Photosynthesis and Circuits)

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Topic: Forces & solubility ..............................................................................

Topic: Rate of reaction ....................................................................................

Topic: Forces and Motion ..............................................................................

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ARMY PUBLIC SCHOOLS FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDIES (APSIS)
Class: VIII
Worksheet 1
Topic: Light

Name: _____________________________ Sec: ___________

By attempting this worksheet, learners will be able to: -

Explain the basic properties of light, including its nature as a form of electromagnetic
radiation, the speed of light, and its ability to travel in straight lines, Colour and Light
Spectrum:
Q-1: In the diagrams below, measure the angle of incidence and the angle of reflection.
You will need a protractor. You will also need a pencil and a ruler to complete two of
the diagrams.
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Angle of incidence = __________ Angle of reflection = B __________

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Angle of incidence = __________ Angle of reflection = C __________

Angle of incidence = __________ Angle of reflection = __________

Q-2: The three diagrams below (in the left-hand column) show how a ray of light is refracted
as it passes through a glass block. Unfortunately, all of the diagrams are incorrect.
Your task is to decide why each diagram is incorrect, and then to complete the
diagram on the right to show how you would expect the ray to be refracted.
For each diagram, give the code (A, B or C) from the table below to show why the
diagram is incorrect.

Code Reason
A A ray travelling along the normal does not bend.
B A ray entering glass bends towards the normal.
C A ray leaving glass bends away from the normal.

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 Incorrect diagram Corrected diagram

Q-3: Your task is to devise a quiz to test other members of your class. How well do they
understand the spectrum of white light?
Complete the table below as follows: for each letter in the first column, choose a word
which begins with that letter, and which has something to do with the spectrum. Then
write a clue to which the answer is that word.
The first one has been done for you, as an example. You will have to think of another
word beginning with R, lower down in the table.
There are two empty rows at the end of the table for you to add your own ideas.
Clue Solution
R What colour is at the opposite red
end of the spectrum to violet?
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Q-4: a) Which form of energy enables us to see?

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b) Why is the moon not a source of light?

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c) A mirror and a table do not give out light. How are you able to see them?

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ARMY PUBLIC SCHOOLS FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDIES (APSIS)
Class: VIII
Worksheet 2
Topic: Chemical reaction

Name: _____________________________ Sec: ___________

By attempting this worksheet, learners will be able to: -

To recognize and differentiate between chemical reactions and physical changes,
providing examples of each, rate of reactions and types of reactions.

Q-1: For each of the statements below, decide whether it is correct or incorrect. Put a tick
or a cross next to the statement.
If a statement is incorrect, write the correct statement underneath.
a) When a reaction takes place, the products are used up.
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b) For a chemical reaction to take place the particles must collide.
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c) If one product of a reaction is a gas, the total mass of products is less than if all the
products were solids.
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d) The rate of reaction is only affected by surface area and temperature.
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e) The rate of reaction cannot be changed by changing the concentration of the reactants.
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f) An increase in the temperature slows down the reaction.
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g) Large lumps of reactants react faster than smaller pieces.
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h) The rate can be measured by the speed at which the products are produced.
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i) The more energy that particles have, the more frequent the collisions will be and the
slower the reaction will be.
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Q-2: The statements in the table below are about the use of catalysts. Which are true
and which are false? Write the reason why the statement is false.
Statement True or false?
Catalysts alter the rate of reaction
without being used up.
Reason

Companies don’t usually use

catalysts in industrial processes
because they are expensive. Reason

Enzymes are biological catalysts.

Reason

Biological catalysts are used in the

exhaust systems of cars.
Reason

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Q-3: Write 'True' or 'False', if underlined word is false rewrite the correct statement
by changing the underlined word.
a) Plants use nitrogen and water in the presence of sunlight to make food during
photosynthesis.
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b) Mixing of sand and water is a reversible change.
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c) Cooking of rice is a reversible change.
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d) Candles and lamps are natural sources of light.
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e) Transparent materials allow most of the light to pass through.
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f) The number of bulbs connected in series affects the brightness of the bulb.
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g) The numbers of batteries connected in series affects the brightness of the bulb as
more current passes through the circuit.
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h) Changing the thickness of the wire can affect the amount of current passing
through a circuit.
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Q-4: Define reversible and irreversible change classify the changes into reversible and
irreversible changes. Justify the reason for classification.
a) Melting butter.
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b) Mixing of egg shells with vinegar'

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c) Cooking vegetable
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Q-5: A treasure chest that is over 300 years old was found on the sea bed. The lid was
on the top but there was no sign of any hinges. However, the marks where the
hinges had been were clearly visible. When the chest was brought to the surface it
was opened. There were a number of objects inside.
There was a china bowl, which was broken but the china was unchanged; some
shiny gold coins; the remains (just a few pieces) of some metal plates; some brown
metal jars; and some very heavy metal balls with damaged surfaces. However, the
most exciting find was the handle (hilt) of a sword.
The handle was made of gold and had precious stones set into it.

a) Explain why the gold coins and the hilt of the sword were still shiny after 300 years.

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b) The blade of the sword was missing. Explain why?

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c) There was some damage to the surface of the heavy metal balls. What could they
be made from? Give a reason for your choice.
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d) Which metal do you think the brown metal jars were made from

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e) If the gold coins were placed in dilute acid what would happen?
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f) Name a metal that is more reactive than gold but less reactive than zinc

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ARMY PUBLIC SCHOOLS FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDIES (APSIS)
Class: VIII
Worksheet 3
Topic: Food and Digestion

Name: _____________________________ Sec: ___________

By attempting this worksheet, learners will be able to:

1. Explore how chemical tests cab be used to identify proteins, carbohydrates and
fats.
2. Provide a list of primary sources of food molecules and Identify examples of each
type of food.
3. Elaborate the importance of dietary requirements of different age groups.

Q-1: Choose the best answer.

a) Which of the following tests for presence of starch?
(i) Iodine
(ii) Benedict's
(iii) Biuret
(iv) Emulsion
b) Which of the following tests for presence of protein?
(i) Iodine
(ii) Benedicts
(iii) Biuret
(iv) Emulsion
c) Which of the following tests for presence of glucose?
(i) Iodine
(ii) Benedicts
(iii) Biuret
(iv) Emulsion

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d) When large amounts of glucose is present Benedicts turns_________.
(i) purple
(ii) blue-black
(iii) brick-red
(iv) green

e) A negative test for starch will cause Iodine to stay__________.

(i) orange/red
(ii) blue
(iii) black
(iv) brick red

Q-2: A sample of food was ground up with a little water, and separate samples of the
resulting pulp were tested with Benedict solution, iodine and Biuret reagent. In each
case, the resulting mixture was blue.
What information does this give you about the food sample? Give a reason for your
answer.
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Q-3: a) Draw a labelled diagram of the apparatus you will use to test for the
presence of glucose in a food sample.

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 b. State two precautions you should consider while carrying out this experiment.
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Q-4: Food tests should be done on each food sample.
a) How cross contamination can effect on the observed results?
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b) How can cross contamination of samples be avoided?
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Q-5: Match Column A with Column B and write the correct alphabet in Column C.

Q-6: Describe the importance of fibre in the diet.

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Q-7: The graph shows the average percentage composition of some common foods.

A. List the type of food in the graph that contains the maximum fat. ______________
B. Name the type of food that contains the least carbohydrate. __________________
C. Name the type of foods shown in the graph that contain fiber. ________________

Q-8: Identify which ingredient is a salt and why they are added to some kinds of food.

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ARMY PUBLIC SCHOOLS FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDIES (APSIS)
Class: VIII
Worksheet 4
Topic: Comprehensive Worksheet

Name: _____________________________ Sec: ___________

Q-1: Choose the best answer.

a) The food is produced in the form of _______________ during photosynthesis.
(i) Vitamins
(ii) Carbon
(iii) Sugar
(iv) Sodium
b) Carbon dioxide enters the leaf through ______________.
(i) Stem
(ii) Roots
(iii) Stomata
(iv) Root hairs
c) The oxygen produced during photosynthesis is used for an essential life process
called _____________.
(i) Reproduction
(ii) Excretion
(iii) Digestion
(iv) Respiration
d) The sugar made by plants is stored in different parts of plants in the form of _____.
(i) Glucose
(ii) Maltose
(iii) Starch
(iv) Vitamin
e) The energy stored in plants and animals is derived from the ______.
(i) Sun (iii) Water
(ii) Soil (iv) Air

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f) The word photo means ______.
(i) Energy
(ii) Power
(iii) Chemical
(iv) Light
g) ______ is partially or wholly decayed animal or plant matter.
(i) Humus
(ii) Fertilizers
(iii) Soil
(iv) Clay
h) The dead bodies of animals and humans are broken down into simpler substances by
(i) a- Viruses
(ii) b. lnsects
(iii) c. Decomposers
(iv) d. Predators
i) Flowering plants are dependent upon animals for
(i) Budding
(ii) Reproduction
(iii) Food and shelter
(iv) Mates
j) The adaptation for breathing in water
(i) Gills
(ii) Flippers,
(iii) Webbed feet
(iv) Streamlined body
k) _____________ is a mixture of sodium bicarbonate and citric acid.
(i) Sugar
(ii) Vinegar
(iii) Fruit salt
(iv) Baking soda
l) An eagle catches its Prey with its _____________.
(i) Sharp claws
(ii) Beak
(iii) Webbed feet
(iv) Flippers

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m) When a sugar decomposes, it turns into ____________.
(i) Nitrogen
(ii) Carbon
(iii) Glucose
(iv) Sucrose
n) What happens to light when it hits a mirror?
(i) lt gets dimmer
(ii) lts direction changes
(iii) lt makes a shadow
(iv) lt gets brighter
o) What is light?
(i) What we see with our Yes
(ii) A form of work that reflects
(iii) A form of energy that travels in straight lines
(iv) A source that shines
p) Which of the following would reflect the light best?
(i) Wooden table
(ii) Ceramic cup
(iii) Mirror
(iv) Plastic bottle
q) How are shadows formed?
(i) By light passing through an object
(ii) By an opaque object blocking the path of the light
(iii) By refracting the light
(iv) By light reflecting from a shiny object
r) The main source of light is ______________.
(i) Sun
(ii) Moon
(iii) Stars
(iv) Led lights
s) Materials that allow the light to pass through are ___________.
(i) Opaque objects
(ii) Transparent objects
(iii) Wood.
(iv) Rubber.

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t) An example of opaque material is _____________.
(i) Wood
(ii) Glass
(iii) Clear glass
(iv) Both (i) and (ii)
u) In an open circuit, current will:
(i) Flow
(ii) Not flows
(iii) increase
(iv) Decrease.
v) Parallel circuits are useful because
(i) They require less wiring
(ii) All other components keep working even when one fails
(iii) They use less electricity
(iv) Their battery works for a long period
w) The current can only flow through a ______.
(i) Open circuit
(ii) Closed circuit
(iii) Main circuit
(iv) Sub open circuit

Q-2: Fill in the blanks.

a) There are many tiny openings called __________ that allow gases to enter or
leave.
b) Fertilizers which we obtain from living things such as animal dung, fish and
compost are known as ______________ fertilizers.
c) Small animals especially insects help plants in ___________ .and in dispersal of
seeds.
d) The webbed feet of ducks and sharp claws of eagles are ______________ to
survive in their habitats.
e) When a material burns, it combines with _____________ to form a new material.
f) Objects that do not produce light can be seen because they ____________ light
into eyes.
g) Materials which allow most of the light to pass through are ________________.
h) A ______________ is used to close and open an electric circuit.

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i) A parallel circuit is the one which has more than _______________ path through
which an electric current can flow.

Q-3: Match the following. Read the terms given in Column A and match them with their
correct interpretation in Column B. Write your final answer in column C.

Q-4: Look at the diagram below answer the following questions.

a) Define photosynthesis.
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b) Why do mostly leaves appear green? What is the role of the green pigment in the
process of photosynthesis?
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c) What are the products formed as a result of photosynthesis?
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d) What will happen to a plant when it is kept in a dark cupboard?
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e) State two functions of the root.
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f) How is Ali able to see the object? Explain.

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Q-5: Light is a form of energy which enables us to see things.

a) Name two natural sources of light
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b) Name two man-made sources of light'
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c) What is reflection of light? What kind of surfaces reflects light better?
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Q-6: Look at the diagram below and the following question.

a) What type of a circuit is shown in this circuit diagram?

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b) Give reason for your answer.
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c) Do you think increasing the number of batteries in this type of circuit will change the
brightness of the bulbs?
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Q-7: Air is a Mixture
Air is not a single substance. It is made up of different gases. The table shows the
percentage of each gas in the air.
Gas % in the air Notes
oxygen 21 Living things need this for their life
processes.
nitrogen 78 Used to store food and materials that would be
spoilt by oxygen.
argon (and 1 Used in light bulbs because it will not react
other noble with the hot filament.
or
unreactive
gases)
carbon dioxide 0.035 It is a heavy gas. It can be used to keep
oxygen off something. It is used in fire
extinguishers. It is also used to make drinks
fizzy.
water 6–0.1 The percentage of water vapour in the air can
change. It depends on the weather.

a) Which of the gases in air is the most abundant?

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b) Which of the gases is used by living things and is given to people with breathing
difficulties?
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c) Which gas is used to put out a fire?
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d) Why is argon used in light bulbs?
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 ARMY PUBLIC SCHOOLS FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDIES (APSIS)
Class: VIII
Worksheet 5
Topic: Comprehensive Worksheet

Name: _____________________________ Sec: ___________

Q-1: Select the suitable answer from the given four choices for each statement or
question.
(i)

a) Add some rice to the 10 kg bag

b) Empty some rice out of the 5kg bag
c) Move the pivot away from 10kg bag
d) Move the pivot towards the 10kg bag
(ii) What is the test for detecting Carbon Dioxide gas?
a) Add Litmus paper
b) Lime water turning milky
c) Squeaky pop
d) Both A and B
(iii) What salt is produced if you react sodium hydroxide with hydrochloric acid?
a) sodium hydroxide
b) sodium sulfate
c) sodium nitrate
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(iv) Why do you add excess of the insoluble reactant when making a soluble salt?
a) To make sure all the acid is used up
b) To separate the solid from the solution
c) To make sure a reaction occurs
d) To have the reaction happen faster
(v) How do you separate an excess insoluble reactant from a solution?
a) Filtration
b) Precipitation
c) Crystallization
d) Evaporation

Q-2: Study the graph given below and answer the following questions.

i) Which solute is most soluble in water at?

a) 0 °c _______________________
b) 80 °c ______________________
ii) Do different solutes have different solubility’s in water at particular temperature.
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Q-3: Give scientific reasons.
a) Which property of sodium is not typical of metals, give reason for the statement
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b) When magnesium is added to sulfuric acid a gas is produced. Name the gas and
give a test to identify this gas
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c) Who will create a greater pressure, a heavy person standing on a bed or a light
person lying on the bed, justify your answer with reason
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d) If you place magnesium powder in the Bunsen burner flame, it burns faster than the
magnesium ribbon, why does this happen give reason for the statement
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e) Why group one metals are stored under oil. Explain the reason.
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ARMY PUBLIC SCHOOLS FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDIES (APSIS)
Class: VIII
Worksheet 6
Topic: Rate of reaction

Name: _____________________________ Sec: ___________

Q-1: Three investigation I, II and III, were carried out for the reaction between calcium
carbonate powder and excess hydrochloric acid of different concentrations. The
results of the investigations are shown.

a) Which investigation used hydrochloric acid of the lowest concentration?

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b) What do you notice about the speed of reaction for all three investigations as the
reaction proceeded? Explain your observations.
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c) What can you infer from Graph III?
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Q-2: Complete the following reactions
i. Sodium + _____________  Sodium sulphate + Hydrogen
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ii. Magnesium + ____________  Magnesium oxide
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iii. Copper carbonate + Nitric acids  ___________________
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iv. Sodium hydroxide + hydrochloric acids  ___________________
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Q-3: The diagram shows one way of making crystals of copper sulphate.

a) Describe the salt formation in 3 steps.

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b) Why was the solution filtered?
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c) Write down the word equation of the reaction.
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ARMY PUBLIC SCHOOLS FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDIES (APSIS)
Class: VIII
Worksheet 7
Topic: Forces and Motion

Name: _____________________________ Sec: ___________

Q-1: Calculate the following

a) Calculate the moment of the force about the pivot

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b) i) The diagram shows the molecules of gas which is enclosed in a cylinder, the
piston is pushed inwards, what happens to the volume of the gas.

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ii) Why does the pressure of the gas increase when the piston is pushed
inwards.
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c) Calculate the following

i. Calculate the volume

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ii. Calculate the density
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