Class 2 Evs - MAHARASHTRA
Air
The Class 2 EVS chapter 'Air' introduces young learners to the invisible yet vital substance that surrounds us. Students explore how air is present everywhere, even though we cannot see it, and learn about its various uses in everyday life. The chapter covers basic properties of air, such as how moving air is called wind, and how all living things like humans, animals, and plants need air to breathe and survive. Understanding this chapter is essential for Maharashtra (MSBSHSE) board exams as it builds foundational scientific awareness about the natural environment and helps students answer direct identification and application-based questions.
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Presence of Air
Air is all around us, filling up empty spaces, rooms, and objects, even though we cannot see it with our eyes.
Breathing
All living things, including humans, animals, and plants, need air to breathe in order to stay alive and healthy.
Wind
Air that is moving softly or gently is called a breeze, and fast-moving air is called wind.
Uses of Air
Air is used for many things, such as filling balloons and footballs, drying clothes, helping kites fly, and running windmills.
Air and Fire
Air is necessary for things to burn; a fire cannot stay lit without air.
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Board Exam Info
In the Maharashtra (MSBSHSE) Class 2 EVS assessments, this chapter typically carries about 4 to 6 marks. Common question types include fill in the blanks, true or false, naming the uses of air, and short answer questions about why we need air.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can we see air?
No, we cannot see air because it has no color, but we can feel it when it blows.
What is moving air called?
Moving air is called wind.
Why do we need air?
We need air to breathe, to fill things like balloons, to dry our clothes, and for things to burn.
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