States of Matter and Particle Motion

Front

What is the measurement of average kinetic energy of the particles in a substance?

Back

Temperature

Front

How are solid particles arranged?

Back

Tightly packed

Front

What happens to water in the freezer as it turns into ice?

Back

The freezer absorbs heat from the water.

Front

What does faster molecular movement indicate?

Back

The higher the temperature.

Front

What is the relationship between molecular movement and temperature?

Back

The faster the molecules are moving, the higher the temperature will be.

Front

What are the three main states of matter?

Back

Solid, Liquid, Gas

Front

How do particles behave in a solid state?

Back

They vibrate in place but do not move freely.

Front

What is the state of matter where particles are loosely packed and can flow?

Back

Liquid

Front

What happens to the energy of particles when a substance changes from solid to liquid?

Back

The particles absorb energy.

Front

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

Back

Evaporation