Matter Vocab

Front

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

Back

Gas

Front

Which state of matter has atoms that are closely packed together and vibrate in place?

Back

Solid

Front

What is the boiling point of water in Fahrenheit?

Back

212°F

Front

True or False: Atoms in gases move more slowly than atoms in liquids.

Back

False

Front

True or False: Atoms in solids are not moving at all.

Back

False

Front

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

Back

Solid

Front

What is the process called when a solid turns directly into a gas?

Back

Sublimation

Front

What is the term for the amount of space an object occupies?

Back

Volume

Front

What is the term for the measure of how much matter is in a given volume?

Back

Density

Front

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

Back

They move faster and may eventually turn into a gas.