States of Matter

Front

What happens to the particles in a substance when it gets colder?

Back

The particles move slower.

Front

What is boiling?

Back

The process of changing from a liquid to a gas.

Front

What is freezing?

Back

The process of changing from a liquid to a solid.

Front

Which state of matter has particles with the most energy?

Back

Gas.

Front

Define a liquid.

Back

A state of matter with definite volume but indefinite shape.

Front

What is condensation?

Back

The process of changing from a gas to a liquid.

Front

What is sublimation?

Back

The process of changing from a solid to a gas without becoming a liquid.

Front

What is the difference between a solid and a liquid?

Back

A solid has a definite shape and volume, while a liquid has a definite volume but takes the shape of its container.

Front

What is the process of melting?

Back

The transition from a solid to a liquid.

Front

What happens to the energy of particles when a substance is heated?

Back

The energy of the particles increases.