States of Matter and Phase Changes

Front

What happens to particles in an object at higher temperatures?

Back

Particles in an object move faster.

Front

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

Back

Freezing.

Front

In which state of matter do molecules only vibrate in place?

Back

Solid.

Front

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

Back

Condensation.

Front

What is it called when a solid turns directly into a gas?

Back

Sublimation.

Front

What are the three main states of matter?

Back

Solid, liquid, gas.

Front

What is the term for the change from solid to liquid?

Back

Melting.

Front

What is the term for the change from liquid to gas?

Back

Vaporization.

Front

What is the term for the change from gas to solid?

Back

Deposition.

Front

What happens to the energy of particles when a substance freezes?

Back

The energy decreases.