States of Matter

Front

What happens to particles in an object at higher temperatures?

Back

Particles in an object move faster.

Front

What does the speed of molecules determine?

Back

Temperature.

Front

What is a physical change?

Back

A change that doesn't change the identity of a substance.

Front

Which state of matter has no definite size or shape?

Back

Gas.

Front

What characterizes a gas?

Back

Has fast-moving particles.

Front

What is the state of matter with a definite shape and volume?

Back

Solid.

Front

What is the state of matter that has a definite volume but no definite shape?

Back

Liquid.

Front

What happens to the volume of a gas when it is compressed?

Back

It decreases.

Front

What is the relationship between temperature and particle movement?

Back

As temperature increases, particle movement increases.

Front

What is an example of a physical change?

Back

Melting ice.