Heat, Temperature, Thermal Energy & States of Matter

Front

What is the state of matter where particles are far apart and move around very quickly?

Back

Gas

Front

At what temperature does water boil in degrees Celsius?

Back

100 degrees Celsius

Front

At what temperature does water freeze in degrees Celsius?

Back

0 degrees Celsius

Front

What type of solid has particles arranged randomly?

Back

Amorphous solid

Front

Which state of matter takes the shape of the bottom of its container?

Back

Liquid

Front

What is the lowest temperature on the Kelvin scale called?

Back

Absolute Zero

Front

What is the relationship between temperature and the kinetic energy of particles?

Back

As temperature increases, the kinetic energy of particles increases.

Front

What is thermal energy?

Back

The total energy of all the particles in an object.

Front

What is the difference between heat and temperature?

Back

Heat is the transfer of thermal energy, while temperature is a measure of the average kinetic energy of particles.

Front

What happens to the particles in a solid when it is heated?

Back

They vibrate more rapidly and may eventually break free to become a liquid.