Mixtures Unit Flashcard: Solids, Liquids, Gases

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What happens when heat energy transfers to a solid?

Back

The solid melts and changes into a liquid.

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What is the law of conservation of matter?

Back

Matter can never be destroyed, but it can be changed.

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What are the three states of matter?

Back

Solids, liquids, and gases.

Front

What is air made up of?

Back

Air is made up of gases.

Front

What is a mixture?

Back

A combination of two or more substances that can be separated.

Front

What is an example of a solid that can melt?

Back

Wax, ice, and butter are examples of solids that can melt.

Front

What is sand classified as?

Back

Sand is classified as a solid.

Front

What is a liquid?

Back

A state of matter that has a definite volume but no definite shape.

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What is a gas?

Back

A state of matter that has no definite shape or volume.

Front

What happens to a liquid when heat is added?

Back

It can evaporate and turn into a gas.