States of Matter

Front

What happens to the particles of matter when the temperature increases?

Back

The particles speed up and move farther apart.

Front

Which form of matter takes the shape of its container?

Back

Liquid

Front

What happens to the particles of matter when the temperature decreases?

Back

The particles slow down and move closer together.

Front

In which state of matter do molecules move the quickest?

Back

Gas

Front

Which form of matter has a definite shape and takes up space?

Back

Solid

Front

What are the three main states of matter?

Back

Solid, Liquid, Gas.

Front

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

Back

Liquid.

Front

What is the state of matter that has neither a definite shape nor a definite volume?

Back

Gas.

Front

How do particles behave in a solid?

Back

Particles are closely packed together and vibrate in place.

Front

How do particles behave in a liquid?

Back

Particles are close together but can move past one another.