3 States of Matter

Front

What do all three cubes made of copper, ice, and nickel have in common if they are the same size?

Back

They have the same volume.

Front

What measurement is NOT needed to calculate the volume of a rectangular solid?

Back

Weight.

Front

What is defined as anything with definite volume, shape, and mass?

Back

Solid.

Front

What state of matter is characterized by particles that are close together but can move past one another?

Back

Liquid.

Front

Which states of matter have a definite volume?

Back

Solids and liquids.

Front

What is the formula for calculating the volume of a cube?

Back

Volume = side length × side length × side length.

Front

What is the primary characteristic of gases in terms of volume and shape?

Back

Gases have neither a definite volume nor a definite shape.

Front

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

Back

The particles vibrate faster and may eventually change to a liquid state.

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.