States of Matter

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What are the three main states of matter?

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Solid, Liquid, Gas.

Front

What is the characteristic of solids regarding shape and volume?

Back

Solids have a definite shape and a definite volume.

Front

What happens to the particles in a solid when heated?

Back

They vibrate faster but remain in fixed positions.

Front

What is the characteristic of liquids regarding shape and volume?

Back

Liquids have a definite volume but take the shape of their container.

Front

What happens to the particles in a liquid when heated?

Back

They move faster and may eventually turn into gas.

Front

What is the characteristic of gases regarding shape and volume?

Back

Gases have no definite shape or volume and expand to fill their container.

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 process called when a gas turns into a liquid?

Back

Condensation.

Front

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

Back

Freezing.