States of Matter

Front

What happens to the particles of matter when the temperature increases?

Back

The particles speed up and move farther apart.

Front

Which process is represented by the arrow labeled 'a' in a phase change diagram?

Back

Freezing.

Front

What state of matter has particles that vibrate in place?

Back

Solid.

Front

How does heating affect the movement of particles in a substance?

Back

They move faster and spread apart.

Front

What remains constant in a solid state of matter?

Back

Volume and shape.

Front

What are the three main states of matter?

Back

Solid, liquid, and gas.

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.

Front

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

Back

Condensation.

Front

What is the characteristic of particles in a gas state?

Back

They move freely and are far apart.