Matter and it's interactions- states per 7

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What happens to the average kinetic energy of water molecules when water is heated?

Back

The average kinetic energy of the water's molecules increases.

Front

Do water molecules stop moving in a cup of liquid water?

Back

The molecules would not stop moving in the cup of liquid water.

Front

What happens to the wax molecules when solid wax is heated and becomes liquid?

Back

The wax molecules are more loosely connected to each other.

Front

What describes a liquid in terms of shape and volume?

Back

A liquid has a definite volume but not a definite shape.

Front

What happens to water molecules when wet jeans are hung on a clothesline to dry?

Back

The water molecules moved faster and became part of the air.

Front

What is matter?

Back

Matter is anything that has mass and takes up space.

Front

What are the three main states of matter?

Back

Solid, liquid, and gas.

Front

How do molecules behave in a solid state?

Back

Molecules in a solid are closely packed and vibrate in place.

Front

How do molecules behave in a liquid state?

Back

Molecules in a liquid are close together but can move past one another.

Front

How do molecules behave in a gas state?

Back

Molecules in a gas are far apart and move freely.