CBSE Class 8 Mathematics – Squares and Square Roots

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8th - Mathematics

Squares and Square Roots

Chapter Overview

The chapter 'Squares and Square Roots' introduces students to the concept of perfect squares, square roots, and their properties. It covers methods for finding square roots, both through prime factorization and division. This chapter is important for building a strong base for algebra and geometry.

Important Keywords

  • Perfect Square: A number that is the square of an integer.
  • Square Root: A number which, when multiplied by itself, gives the original number.
  • Prime Factorization: Expressing a number as a product of prime numbers.
  • Division Method: A step-by-step method for finding square roots.
  • Non-Perfect Square: A number that is not a square of any integer.

Detailed Notes

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