States of Matter

Front

What happens when the speed of particles decreases?

Back

Their temperature decreases.

Front

Particles are not so closely spaced and slide past each other. What state of matter is this?

Back

Liquid.

Front

What is the TOTAL kinetic energy of particles in a substance called?

Back

Thermal Energy.

Front

What do we call the transfer of thermal energy from a warmer object to a cooler one?

Back

Heat.

Front

What is the AVERAGE kinetic energy of particles in a substance called?

Back

Temperature.

Front

What are the three main states of matter?

Back

Solid, Liquid, Gas.

Front

In which state of matter do particles vibrate in place but do not move freely?

Back

Solid.

Front

What happens to the particles in a gas when the temperature increases?

Back

They move faster and spread apart.

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.