Matter and Energy

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What process do we use to change water from a liquid to a gas?

Back

Evaporating.

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What are the characteristics of solids?

Back

Solids have a definitive shape and have a definitive volume.

Front

What is the role of copper in electrical systems?

Back

Copper provides a conductor for energy to flow from one place to another.

Front

What is convection?

Back

Convection is the transfer of heat through the movement of fluids (liquids and gases).

Front

How do ice cubes change on a hot summer day?

Back

Ice cubes change from solid to liquid to gas.

Front

What is matter?

Back

Matter is anything that has mass and takes up space.

Front

What is energy?

Back

Energy is the ability to do work or cause change.

Front

What is the difference between a solid and a liquid?

Back

Solids have a definite shape and volume, while liquids have a definite volume but take the shape of their container.

Front

What is melting?

Back

Melting is the process of changing a solid into a liquid by adding heat.

Front

What is freezing?

Back

Freezing is the process of changing a liquid into a solid by removing heat.