Section 2.1: Solid, Liquid, & Gas

Front

What is the state of matter that has NO definite volume and NO definite shape?

Back

Gas

Front

What state of matter has particles that are free to move past each other but still have some attraction?

Back

Liquid

Front

What state of matter has particles that vibrate in place?

Back

Solid

Front

What is the state of matter that has a definite volume but NO definite shape?

Back

Liquid

Front

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

Back

Solid

Front

What state of matter is characterized by high energy and the ability to conduct electricity?

Back

Plasma

Front

In which state of matter do particles have the least amount of energy?

Back

Solid

Front

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

Back

They move faster and spread apart.

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 gas?

Back

Evaporation