States of Matter

Front

What happens to particles when the temperature of matter decreases?

Back

The particles slow down and move closer together.

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Which state of matter has particles that are closely packed together?

Back

Solid.

Front

What is one similarity between solids, liquids, and gases?

Back

All three have atoms and molecules.

Front

What are the properties of solids?

Back

Solids have definite shape and volume.

Front

What is the smallest part of matter that makes up molecules?

Back

An atom.

Front

What is a solid?

Back

A state of matter with a definite shape and volume.

Front

What is a liquid?

Back

A state of matter that has a definite volume but takes the shape of its container.

Front

What is a gas?

Back

A state of matter that has no definite shape or volume.

Front

What is plasma?

Back

A state of matter where gases are energized until atomic electrons are no longer associated with the nucleus.

Front

How do particles behave in a solid?

Back

Particles are closely packed and vibrate in place.