States of Matter

Front

Define a liquid.

Back

A liquid has a definite volume but an indefinite shape.

Front

How is a gas defined?

Back

A gas has an indefinite shape and an indefinite volume.

Front

What state of matter is characterized by a definite shape and volume?

Back

Solid.

Front

What state of matter has a definite volume but takes the shape of its container?

Back

Liquid.

Front

What is the phase change called when a gas turns into a solid without becoming a liquid?

Back

Deposition.

Front

What is the phase change from solid to liquid called?

Back

Melting.

Front

What is the phase change from liquid to gas called?

Back

Vaporization.

Front

What is the phase change from gas to liquid called?

Back

Condensation.

Front

What are the three primary states of matter?

Back

Solid, liquid, gas.

Front

What state of matter has particles that are tightly packed and vibrate in place?

Back

Solid.