States of Matter flashcard

Front

What happens to the energy of a substance when it changes from liquid to gas?

Back

The energy has to INCREASE.

Front

Which statement is NOT true about gases?

Back

Gas particles do not move much, but vibrate.

Front

TRUE or FALSE: The particles in solids move around a lot and spread out.

Back

FALSE.

Front

TRUE or FALSE: In order to change the state of matter, you need to increase or decrease the energy (heat).

Back

TRUE.

Front

Which statement is true about liquids?

Back

Particles are less closely packed than solids.

Front

What are the three main states of matter?

Back

Solid, Liquid, Gas.

Front

How do particles behave in a solid?

Back

Particles are closely packed and vibrate in place.

Front

What is the defining characteristic of gases?

Back

Gases do not have a fixed shape or volume.

Front

What occurs during melting?

Back

A solid changes to a liquid as energy is added.

Front

What is condensation?

Back

The process where a gas turns into a liquid as energy is removed.