Particle Movement

Front

What happens to particles as they increase in movement?

Back

They begin to spread out more and move faster.

Front

Which state of matter has particles that move the fastest and spread out the most?

Back

Gas

Front

How do particles behave in a liquid?

Back

Particles are close together, but can move across each other freely.

Front

What does increasing energy mean in terms of particle movement?

Back

It means an increase in movement.

Front

What is the state of matter where particles are packed closely together and vibrating in a fixed position?

Back

Solid

Front

What is the state of matter where particles are not held closely together and can spread out?

Back

Gas

Front

What is the main difference between solids and liquids in terms of particle movement?

Back

In solids, particles vibrate in fixed positions; in liquids, they can move across each other.

Front

What is the term for the energy that causes particles to move?

Back

Kinetic energy.

Front

What happens to the distance between particles in a gas when they gain energy?

Back

The distance increases as they spread out.

Front

What is the behavior of particles in a solid?

Back

Particles are packed closely together and do not move freely.