Kinetic Theory of Matter

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What happens when particles collide with each other?

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They transfer kinetic energy.

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What is the measure of the average kinetic energy of the particles in an object?

Back

Temperature.

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In which state of matter is the random motion of particles greatest?

Back

Gas.

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What happens to particles when the temperature of matter decreases?

Back

They slow down and move closer together.

Front

Which statement is NOT part of the Kinetic Theory of Matter?

Back

Occasionally, particles stop moving.

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What is the Kinetic Theory of Matter?

Back

A theory that explains the behavior of matter in terms of particles in motion.

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What are the three states of matter?

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Solid, liquid, gas.

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How does temperature affect the movement of particles?

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Higher temperature increases particle movement; lower temperature decreases it.

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What is thermal energy?

Back

The total kinetic energy of all particles in a substance.

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What is the relationship between kinetic energy and temperature?

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As temperature increases, the average kinetic energy of particles increases.