Phases of Matter

Front

What holds atoms or molecules together in a gas?

Back

Very weak forces.

Front

What are the three phases of matter on Earth?

Back

Solid, liquid, gas.

Front

What is the boiling point of water in Fahrenheit?

Back

212 degrees Fahrenheit.

Front

What happens to water at below freezing temperature?

Back

It changes from a liquid to a solid.

Front

What is the phase of matter characterized by a definite shape and volume?

Back

Solid.

Front

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

Back

Liquid.

Front

What is the phase of matter that has neither a definite shape nor a definite volume?

Back

Gas.

Front

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

Back

Melting.

Front

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

Back

Evaporation.

Front

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

Back

Condensation.