Solid, Liquid, Gas Flashcard

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What determines the states of matter?

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The packing of particles determines what states the matter takes.

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What happens to dry ice when placed on a table?

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Dry ice turns from a solid to a gas.

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What does the kinetic theory describe?

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The kinetic theory describes the motion of particles in all matter.

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What is the process called when a solid changes directly to a gas?

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Sublimation.

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What happens to particles when they are cooled?

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Particles move around less.

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What are the three states of matter?

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Solid, liquid, gas.

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How do particles behave in a solid?

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Particles are tightly packed and vibrate in place.

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How do particles behave in a liquid?

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Particles are close together but can move past each other.

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How do particles behave in a gas?

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Particles are far apart and move freely.

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is the process where gas turns into a liquid.