States of Matter

Front

What must happen for liquid (water) to turn into a solid (ice)?

Back

Heat must be taken away.

Front

In which state of matter do particles 'slip past' each other and take the shape of their container?

Back

Liquid.

Front

What state of matter has particles that are moving the fastest and are farthest apart?

Back

Gas.

Front

Which state of matter does NOT take the shape of its container?

Back

Solid.

Front

Above 32 Degrees Fahrenheit is the ___________ point of water as a solid.

Back

Melting.

Front

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

Back

Solid.

Front

What happens to the particles in a gas when they are heated?

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.

Front

What is the freezing point of water in degrees Celsius?

Back

0 degrees Celsius.