Exploring Particles and Gases Flashcard

Front

What is the smallest unit of matter that retains the properties of an element?

Back

Atom

Front

Which state of matter has a definite shape and volume?

Back

Solid

Front

What happens to the particles in a gas when it is compressed into a smaller volume?

Back

They move faster

Front

What best describes air inside a balloon?

Back

A gas

Front

How does air pressure inside a balloon change when it is inflated?

Back

It increases

Front

Property of gases

Back

Easily compressible

Front

What is the main difference between molecules in solids and gases?

Back

Molecules in solids are tightly packed

Front

Which states of matter can flow and take the shape of its container?

Back

Liquid

Front

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

Back

They move faster

Front

Which of the following best describes the particle theory of matter?

Back

Matter is made of tiny particles