Chapter 8 Solids, Liquids, and Gases Test

Front

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

Back

Solid

Front

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

Back

Liquid

Front

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

Back

Gas

Front

TRUE OR FALSE: Liquids have a definite shape and volume.

Back

FALSE

Front

TRUE OR FALSE: Particles are packed closely in a solid.

Back

TRUE

Front

What process occurs when a solid turns into a liquid due to an increase in thermal energy?

Back

Melting

Front

What is the process called when a liquid turns into a gas?

Back

Vaporization

Front

What is the process called when a gas turns into a liquid?

Back

Condensation

Front

What happens to the particles in a substance when it is heated?

Back

They move faster and spread apart.

Front

What happens to the particles in a substance when it is cooled?

Back

They move slower and come closer together.