States of Matter and Phase Changes

Front

What happens to the kinetic energy of particles as they move slower?

Back

The kinetic energy decreases.

Front

What is the state of matter characterized by a definite volume but no definite shape?

Back

Liquid

Front

What is the phase change called when a solid turns into a liquid?

Back

Melting

Front

What is the phase change called when a liquid turns into a solid?

Back

Freezing

Front

What is the state of matter that has no definite shape or volume?

Back

Gas

Front

What is the process called when a gas turns into a liquid?

Back

Condensation

Front

What is the process called when a liquid turns into a gas?

Back

Evaporation or Vaporization

Front

What is the term for the temperature at which a solid becomes a liquid?

Back

Melting point

Front

What is the term for the temperature at which a liquid becomes a solid?

Back

Freezing point

Front

What is the term for the temperature at which a gas becomes a liquid?

Back

Condensation point