States of Matter

Front

What state of matter has a definite shape and definite volume?

Back

Solid

Front

What happens to particles in an object at higher temperatures?

Back

Particles in an object move faster.

Front

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

Back

Evaporation

Front

What describes a gas?

Back

A gas has fast-moving particles.

Front

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

Back

Condensation.

Front

What state of matter has a definite volume but no definite shape?

Back

Liquid.

Front

What happens to the energy of particles when a substance is heated?

Back

The energy of the particles increases.

Front

What is sublimation?

Back

The process where a solid turns directly into a gas.

Front

What is the main characteristic of solids?

Back

Solids have closely packed particles that vibrate in place.

Front

What happens to the volume of a gas when it is compressed?

Back

The volume of a gas decreases.