6.2 Vocabulary Lessons 1-6

Front

What is the energy an object has because it is moving?

Back

Kinetic energy is the energy an object possesses due to its motion.

Front

What is a system in which no matter is allowed to enter or leave?

Back

A closed system is one where no matter can enter or leave.

Front

What is the amount of matter in an object called?

Back

Mass is the term used to describe the amount of matter in an object.

Front

What does it mean to go up or become larger?

Back

To increase means to go up or become larger.

Front

What is the smallest piece of a substance?

Back

A particle is the smallest piece of a substance.

Front

What is the term for the energy stored in an object due to its position?

Back

Potential energy is the energy stored in an object due to its position.

Front

What is the process called when a substance changes from a gas to a liquid?

Back

Condensation is the process of a substance changing from a gas to a liquid.

Front

What is the term for a change in the state of matter from solid to liquid?

Back

Melting is the change of state from solid to liquid.

Front

What is the term for the force that pulls objects toward each other?

Back

Gravity is the force that attracts objects toward one another.

Front

What is the term for the measure of how much space an object occupies?

Back

Volume is the measure of the amount of space an object occupies.