Matter Lesson 1

Front

What is matter?

Back

Matter is anything that has mass and takes up space.

Front

What are the three states of matter?

Back

The three states of matter are solid, liquid, and gas.

Front

What is a solid?

Back

A solid has a definite shape and a definite volume.

Front

What is a liquid?

Back

A liquid has a definite volume but no definite shape.

Front

What is a gas?

Back

A gas has no definite shape and no definite volume.

Front

What happens to the particles in a solid?

Back

In a solid, particles are closely packed together and vibrate in place.

Front

What happens to the particles in a liquid?

Back

In a liquid, particles are close together but can move past each other.

Front

What happens to the particles in a gas?

Back

In a gas, particles are far apart and move freely.

Front

What is the role of nitrous oxide in a whipped-cream dispenser?

Back

To create bubbles in the cream.

Front

How can you demonstrate that air takes up space?

Back

Blow up a balloon, tie it, and try to flatten it.