Phases of Matter

Front

What is the phase of matter where particles have the most kinetic energy?

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Gas

Front

Which state of matter takes up all the space inside a container?

Back

Gas

Front

What is a substance that has a definite shape and volume?

Back

Solid

Front

Liquids and gases are similar because they both __________.

Back

take the shape of their container.

Front

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

Back

Evaporation

Front

What is the phase of matter characterized by a definite volume but no definite shape?

Back

Liquid

Front

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

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The kinetic energy increases.

Front

What is the term for the process of a solid turning directly into a gas?

Back

Sublimation

Front

What is the phase of matter with a fixed shape and volume?

Back

Solid

Front

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

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Condensation