STATES OF MATTER

Front

What are the three main states of matter?

Back

Solid, Liquid, Gas.

Front

In which state of matter are the particles least able to move?

Back

Gas.

Front

In a liquid, how are the particles arranged?

Back

The particles are packed closely together but can move past each other freely.

Front

What is the boiling point of water in degrees Celsius?

Back

100° C.

Front

What is condensation?

Back

The process of gas changing to liquid.

Front

In which state of matter are particles packed tightly together in fixed positions?

Back

Solid.

Front

What is the process called when a solid turns into a liquid?

Back

Melting.

Front

What happens to the particles in a gas when it is heated?

Back

They move faster and spread apart.

Front

What is the freezing point of water in degrees Celsius?

Back

0° C.

Front

What state of matter has a definite shape and volume?

Back

Solid.