Ch.2 Solids, Liquids, and Gases

Front

What is a crystalline solid?

Back

A crystalline solid is a type of solid where the particles are arranged in a regular, repeating pattern.

Front

Do particles in a liquid move as freely as particles in a solid?

Back

No, particles in a liquid move more freely than those in a solid.

Front

Which state of matter can change volume most easily?

Back

Gas can change volume most easily.

Front

What is the process called when a solid turns directly into a gas?

Back

Sublimation.

Front

What is pressure measured in?

Back

Pressure is measured in newtons per square meter.

Front

What happens to the particles in a gas when the temperature increases?

Back

The particles move faster and spread apart.

Front

What is the difference between a solid and a liquid?

Back

In a solid, particles are closely packed and vibrate in place, while in a liquid, particles are close but can move around each other.

Front

What is condensation?

Back

Condensation is the process where gas turns into a liquid.

Front

What happens to dry ice when it sublimates?

Back

Dry ice turns directly from a solid to a gas without becoming a liquid.

Front

Can liquids be compressed easily?

Back

No, liquids cannot be compressed easily compared to gases.