In this guide

01What Is the Navneet Science 1 Digest for Std 10?

02Inside the Digest: What Makes It a Scoring Tool

03Chapter-wise Overview: All 8 Chapters Covered

04Numericals and Derivations: The High-Value Questions

05Aligned With the Latest Board Activity Sheet Pattern

06FAQs

Science and Technology Part 1 is the Physics and Chemistry half of the Std 10 Science paper β€” and for most students, it’s the section where marks are either reliably earned or unpredictably lost. Numericals, derivations, and equation-based questions reward systematic working and exact recall of formulas. A single misapplied formula or a missed step changes the answer entirely.

The Navneet Science and Technology Part 1 Digest for Std 10 is built to close that gap β€” with formula summaries, labelled diagrams, worked-out numericals, model answers for HOTS questions, and Board Activity Sheet practice. All eight chapters covered, aligned to the current Maharashtra State Board syllabus.


Navneet Science Technology Digest Part 1 Std 10 English Medium book cover

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Science & Technology Digest Part 1 | Std 10
English Medium | Maharashtra Board

All 8 Physics and Chemistry chapters with formula lists, labelled diagrams, step-by-step numericals, HOTS model answers, and previous Board Activity Sheets β€” the complete SSC Science 1 prep companion.

Formula Lists
Worked Numericals
Board Activity Sheets

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Navneet Science Technology Digest Part 2 Std 10 English Medium

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Science & Technology Digest Part 2 | Std 10 | English Medium

Biology and environmental science β€” memory maps, labelled diagrams, HOTS model answers, and Board Activity Sheets for all 10 chapters.

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Maths Digest Part 1 (Algebra) | Std 10 | English Medium

Formula lists, step-by-step Algebra solutions, HOTS questions, and Board Question Paper for SSC board exams.

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What Is the Navneet Science 1 Digest for Std 10?

The Navneet Science and Technology Part 1 Digest is a study companion to the Balbharati textbook, covering the Physics and Chemistry portion of the Std 10 Science curriculum. It covers all eight chapters that appear in the SSC board paper β€” from Gravitation and Periodic Classification of Elements through to Carbon Compounds and Space Missions.

For each chapter, the digest follows a consistent structure: important points and formulae, explanations in accessible language, labelled diagrams, solved examples for numericals, and HOTS model answers β€” so students can move from concept revision to exam practice in a single resource.

Inside the Digest: What Makes It a Scoring Tool

Feature What It Does for Students
Chapter Outlines & Important Points A concise overview at the start of each chapter for a rapid first-pass read
Formula Lists All formulae compiled per chapter β€” know the tool before attempting the numerical
Labelled Diagrams Accurate, well-labelled diagrams with all required terminology β€” a direct mark-earner in Physics questions
Worked-out Numericals Step-by-step solutions showing how to set up, work through, and present numerical answers
HOTS Model Answers Answers to Use Your Brain Power!, Think About It!, and Can You Tell? in-text prompts
Memory Maps Visual summaries for conceptually dense chapters β€” quick recall tool for the final revision sprint
Board’s Activity Sheets Previous Board Activity Sheets included for exam-format practice in real question styles

Chapter-wise Overview: All 8 Chapters Covered

Science and Technology Part 1 covers 8 chapters β€” 5 from Physics and 3 from Chemistry β€” all included in the digest:

Ch. Chapter Title Subject Key Topics
1 Gravitation Physics Universal law, g, free fall, mass vs weight
2 Periodic Classification of Elements Chemistry Mendeleev, Modern periodic table, periods and groups
3 Chemical Reactions and Equations Chemistry Balancing equations, types of reactions, oxidation-reduction
4 Effects of Electric Current Physics Ohm’s law, resistance, series and parallel circuits, heating effect
5 Heat Physics Temperature, calorimetry, specific heat capacity, latent heat
6 Refraction of Light Physics Snell’s law, lenses, lens formula, magnification, power
7 Lenses Physics Ray diagrams, convex and concave lenses, eye defects
8 Metallurgy Chemistry Extraction of metals, refining, alloys, corrosion

Numericals and Derivations: The High-Value Questions

Physics chapters in Part 1 β€” particularly Gravitation, Effects of Electric Current, Heat, and Refraction of Light β€” are numerical-heavy. These are not guess-and-check questions. The board expects students to show:

β€’Given: The data listed from the question
β€’To find: What the question is asking for
β€’Formula: The correct formula written out before substitution
β€’Substitution: Values substituted with units shown
β€’Answer: Final answer with correct unit

The digest’s worked numericals follow exactly this format β€” which means students who practise from the digest are learning presentation alongside calculation, not just the arithmetic. That presentation is where partial marks are earned when the final answer is wrong.

Aligned With the Latest Board Activity Sheet Pattern

The SSC Board Science and Technology paper uses an Activity Sheet format that tests students across MCQs, diagram questions, short descriptive answers, and application-based (HOTS) questions. The Navneet digest is updated each year to reflect this exact structure, including actual previous Board Activity Sheets so students can practice in the real exam format before exam day.

How to Use This Digest Before the Board Exam

1

Read the formula list before any numerical practice: Don’t attempt a single numerical until you’ve reviewed the chapter’s formula list. Knowing which formula applies is half the answer.

2

Draw and label diagrams from memory: For each Physics chapter, try reproducing the key diagram without looking at the digest. Compare against the labelled version and note every label you missed.

3

Attempt the Board Activity Sheets timed: Use a stopwatch and treat them as a real exam session β€” not reading material.

4

Use chapter outlines for last-day revision: The night before the exam, run through each chapter outline rather than re-reading full chapters β€” high yield in minimal time.

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Final Thoughts

Physics and Chemistry are among the most formula-dependent chapters in the SSC exam β€” but also among the most predictable in their question structure. A student who knows the formulas, understands how to present a numerical, and has practised the Board Activity Sheet format is very well positioned to score strongly. Get the latest edition of the Navneet Science 1 Digest from Navneet Store or explore the full Std 10 range at navneet.com.

FAQs About Navneet Science 1 Digest for 10th Standard

1. What chapters does the Science 1 Digest for Std 10 cover?

All 8 chapters: Gravitation, Periodic Classification of Elements, Chemical Reactions and Equations, Effects of Electric Current, Heat, Refraction of Light, Lenses, and Metallurgy.

2. Does the digest include worked-out numericals?

Yes β€” step-by-step worked numericals following the board-expected format (Given, To find, Formula, Substitution, Answer) are included for all numerical chapters.

3. What are HOTS questions and why do they appear in the Science digest?

HOTS (Higher Order Thinking Skills) questions β€” such as Use Your Brain Power! and Think About It! β€” test concept application rather than direct recall. They are included in the board paper and the digest provides model answers for all of them.

4. Do I need both Science 1 and Science 2 digests?

Yes β€” the SSC Board Science paper covers both Physics/Chemistry (Part 1) and Biology/Environmental Science (Part 2). Both digests together give complete coverage of the full Science and Technology paper.

5. Is the Science 1 digest updated for the 2026 SSC board exam?

Yes β€” Navneet updates its digests each year to match the current Balbharati textbook, syllabus, and Board Activity Sheet format. Always purchase the current year’s edition.

6. Where can I buy the Navneet Science 1 Digest for Std 10?

Available at Navneet Store online or your nearest authorised Navneet retail partner.

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Published June 26, 2026 6 min read

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