Class 8 Science Chapter 6: Pressure, Winds, Storms, and Cyclones — practice questions with answers
Free practice for Class 8 Science, Chapter 6: Pressure, Winds, Storms, and Cyclones. Try the solved questions below, then take a free test with instant marking and explanations.
50 questions18 easy, 23 medium, 9 hardNCERT · CBSE · State boards
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Q1. What causes fallen leaves to swirl and trees to sway on a windy day?
- The force of wind creates wind pressure on them
- Gravity pushing up
- Magnetism
- Light
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Answer: A. The force of wind creates wind pressure on them
Why: Wind pressure also slams doors and rattles windows. [p.81]
Why: Wind pressure also slams doors and rattles windows. [p.81]
Q2. Why do bags with broad straps feel more comfortable?
- Broad straps spread the weight over a larger area, reducing pressure
- They are lighter
- They increase pressure
- They use less cloth
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Answer: A. Broad straps spread the weight over a larger area, reducing pressure
Why: Larger area → less pressure. [p.82]
Why: Larger area → less pressure. [p.82]
Q3. Why do people place a round cloth under a pot carried on the head?
- To increase the area and reduce pressure on the head
- To keep the pot clean
- To make it heavier
- For decoration
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Answer: A. To increase the area and reduce pressure on the head
Why: Same idea as broad handles. [p.82]
Why: Same idea as broad handles. [p.82]
Q4. Pressure is defined as force per unit ______.
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Answer: area
Why: Pressure = force ÷ area. [p.82]
Why: Pressure = force ÷ area. [p.82]
Q5. The SI unit of pressure, N/m², is also called the ______.
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Answer: pascal
Why: Symbol Pa. [p.94]
Why: Symbol Pa. [p.94]
Q6. A force of 600 N acts on an area of 2 m². What is the pressure (Pa)?
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Answer: 300 (± 0)
Why: 600 ÷ 2 = 300 Pa. [p.82]
Why: 600 ÷ 2 = 300 Pa. [p.82]
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How many practice questions are there for Class 8 Science Chapter 6: Pressure, Winds, Storms, and Cyclones?
50 questions (18 easy, 23 medium, 9 hard). A few are solved on this page; the free test shows the answer and explanation for every question after you submit.
Is this chapter from the NCERT book?
Yes — it follows the NCERT Class 8 Science syllabus, used by CBSE and many state boards.