States of Matter

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What is the state of matter where particles are tightly packed and only vibrate in place?

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Solid

Front

How does the movement of particles change with increasing temperature?

Back

Particles in an object move faster.

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Front

What is thermal energy?

Back

Heat energy.

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Front

Which state of matter has tightly packed molecules?

Back

Solid

Front

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

Back

Gas

Front

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

Back

Liquid

Front

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

Back

They vibrate more vigorously and may eventually change to a liquid.

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

Back

Melting.

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

Back

Evaporation.

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

Back

Condensation.

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