Phase Changes of Matter

Front

What happens to the attraction between particles in a solid when it is heated?

Back

The particles become less attracted to each other.

Front

What is the process called when a solid changes to a liquid?

Back

Melting.

Front

Which container has the substance with the highest amount of energy?

Back

The container on the right.

Front

How do atoms in a solid move?

Back

Vibrating slowly in place.

Front

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

Back

Evaporation.

Front

What is the term for the change from gas to liquid?

Back

Condensation.

Front

What is the process called when a solid changes directly to a gas?

Back

Sublimation.

Front

What happens to the energy of particles as they change from solid to liquid?

Back

The energy increases.

Front

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

Back

Freezing.

Front

What describes the motion of particles in a liquid?

Back

Particles slide past each other.