States of Matter and Phase Changes

Front

What happens to particles in an object at higher temperatures?

Back

Particles in an object move faster.

Front

In which phase are particles during melting or freezing?

Back

Melting/ Freezing phase.

Front

What occurs to particles when the temperature of matter increases?

Back

Particles speed up and move farther apart.

Front

Which form of matter does not take the shape of its container?

Back

Solid.

Front

What is the change from liquid to gas called?

Back

Evaporation.

Front

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

Back

Condensation.

Front

What is the term for the change from solid to liquid?

Back

Melting.

Front

What is the term for the change from gas to solid?

Back

Deposition.

Front

What is the state of matter characterized by 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.