States of Matter

Front

What happens to particles in an object at higher temperatures?

Back

Particles in an object move faster.

Front

What type of matter always fills the shape of its container, such as air?

Back

Gas.

Front

What is the term for a liquid changing to a solid?

Back

Freezing.

Front

Why does milk take the shape of its container?

Back

Because it is a liquid.

Front

In which state of matter are molecules closest together?

Back

Solid.

Front

What is the state of matter that has a definite shape and volume?

Back

Solid.

Front

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

Back

Liquid.

Front

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

Back

Melting.

Front

What is the state of matter that has no definite shape or volume?

Back

Gas.

Front

What happens to the energy of particles when a substance freezes?

Back

The energy decreases.