States of Matter

Front

What is the definition of a gas?

Back

A gas has an indefinite shape and an indefinite volume.

Front

What state of matter has a definite shape and volume?

Back

Solid.

Front

What happens to gas when the tops are removed from the cylinders?

Back

The gas will fly out of the container.

Front

What is the process called when water disappears into a gas when sitting in the sun?

Back

Evaporation.

Front

Which state of matter has particles (molecules) with more energy than the other states?

Back

Gas.

Front

What is the definition of a solid?

Back

A solid has a definite shape and a definite volume.

Front

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

Back

Melting.

Front

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

Back

Freezing.

Front

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

Back

Vaporization.

Front

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

Back

Condensation.