Phases of Matter Flashcard

Front

What happens to the particles in a substance as it gets colder?

Back

The particles move slower.

Front

What is the relationship between temperature and kinetic energy?

Back

As temperature increases, kinetic energy increases.

Front

What phase of matter has tightly held molecules with little movement?

Back

Solid.

Front

What occurs when a solid melts?

Back

The molecules move faster.

Front

What phase change occurs when a liquid turns into a solid?

Back

Freezing.

Front

What is the phase of matter where molecules are far apart and move freely?

Back

Gas.

Front

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

Back

The energy increases.

Front

What is condensation?

Back

The process where gas turns into liquid.

Front

What is evaporation?

Back

The process where liquid turns into gas.

Front

What is the phase of matter that has a definite volume but no definite shape?

Back

Liquid.