States of Matter

Front

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

Back

Liquid state.

Front

What is matter in which atoms are constantly moving around and bumping into each other?

Back

Liquid.

Front

Why do gases fill their containers completely?

Back

Because gas particles are in constant, random motion and spread out to fill the available space.

Front

What are atoms that are bunched close together and kind of vibrate in place?

Back

Solids.

Front

What property of a solid is consistent with the way its particles occupy space?

Back

Cannot be compressed.

Front

What is the state of matter characterized by a definite shape and volume?

Back

Solid state.

Front

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

Back

Liquid state.

Front

What happens to the particles in a gas when the temperature increases?

Back

They move faster and spread out more.

Front

What is the state of matter where particles are far apart and move freely?

Back

Gas.

Front

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

Back

Melting.