State of Matter

Front

What are the three main states of matter?

Back

Solid, Liquid, Gas.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

Front

What state of matter is characterized by a definite shape and volume?

Back

Solid.

Front

What state of matter has a definite volume but takes the shape of its container?

Back

Liquid.

Front

What state of matter has no definite shape or volume?

Back

Gas.

Front

What happens to the particles in a solid when it is heated?

Back

They gain energy and may change to a liquid.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

NGSS.MS-PS3-4

Front

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

Back

Evaporation.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

Front

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

Back

Condensation.

Front

What is the freezing point of water in degrees Celsius?

Back

0° Celsius.

Front

What is the boiling point of water in degrees Celsius?

Back

100° Celsius.

Front

What state of matter is formed when water freezes?

Back

Solid.

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS1-4