States of Matter

Front

What are the three main states of matter?

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Solid, Liquid, Gas.

Front

In which state of matter do particles have a definite shape?

Back

Solid.

Front

What is the process of changing from a solid to a liquid called?

Back

Melting.

Front

What is the process of changing from a liquid to a gas called?

Back

Evaporation.

Front

In which state of matter do particles move freely and are far apart?

Back

Gas.

Front

What is the process of changing from a gas to a liquid called?

Back

Condensation.

Front

In which state of matter are particles closely packed but can slide past each other?

Back

Liquid.

Front

What happens to the energy of particles when a substance is heated?

Back

The energy increases, causing particles to move faster.

Front

What is the term for the amount of space an object occupies?

Back

Volume.

Front

What is the term for the force exerted by the weight of air above an object?

Back

Air Pressure.