Matter

Front

What is the measure of gravity on an object?

Back

Weight is the measure of gravity on an object.

Front

Solids have a definite _______________.

Back

Solids have a definite shape.

Front

What causes a change in the state of matter?

Back

A change in temperature causes a change in the state of matter.

Front

What is one way matter changes states?

Back

One way matter changes states is by adding heat.

Front

What is the amount of space something takes up called?

Back

The amount of space something takes up is called volume.

Front

What are the three main states of matter?

Back

The three main states of matter are solid, liquid, and gas.

Front

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

Back

The state of matter characterized by a definite volume but no definite shape is a liquid.

Front

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

Back

When a solid is heated, its particles gain energy and may begin to vibrate more rapidly, potentially leading to a change in state.

Front

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

Back

The process when a solid turns into a liquid is called melting.

Front

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

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The process when a liquid turns into a gas is called evaporation.