Matter Vocabulary Flashcard

Front

What is the state of matter that has a definite shape and doesn't change?

Back

Solid

Front

What is the state of matter that will take the shape of a container and flows?

Back

Liquid

Front

What do we call the type of matter that makes up an object?

Back

Material

Front

What is the state of matter that doesn't have a definite shape and will expand to fill a space?

Back

Gas

Front

What does it mean to group objects based on like properties?

Back

Classify

Front

What is the state of matter that is hard and keeps its shape?

Back

Solid

Front

What is the state of matter that can flow and take the shape of its container?

Back

Liquid

Front

What is the state of matter that is made up of tiny particles that are far apart and move freely?

Back

Gas

Front

What do we call the physical characteristics of a substance?

Back

Properties

Front

What is the process of changing from a solid to a liquid called?

Back

Melting