Solids, Liquids and Gases

Front

What state of matter has a definite volume but takes the shape of its container?

Back

Liquid

Front

What does temperature measure in a substance?

Back

The average kinetic energy of particles.

Front

What is the term for the increase in size of a substance when the temperature is increased?

Back

Thermal Expansion

Front

Who stated that if you decrease the volume of a container of gas, the pressure inside the container should increase?

Back

Boyle

Front

What is the SI Unit of Pressure?

Back

Pascal

Front

What state of matter has a definite shape and volume?

Back

Solid

Front

What state of matter has no definite shape or volume?

Back

Gas

Front

What is the process called when heat is transferred through direct contact?

Back

Conduction

Front

What is the process of heat transfer through the movement of fluids?

Back

Convection

Front

What is the term for the energy that is stored in an object due to its position?

Back

Potential Energy