States of Matter and Thermal Energy

Front

What is the state of matter that takes the shape of its container?

Back

Liquid

Front

What is the characteristic of a gas regarding shape and volume?

Back

A gas has an indefinite shape and an indefinite volume.

Front

Which state of matter can change volume most easily?

Back

Gas

Front

What happens to the space between particles when matter changes from a liquid to a solid?

Back

The space between particles decreases.

Front

How does the viscosity of water compare to that of maple syrup?

Back

Water has low viscosity compared to maple syrup.

Front

What are the three main states of matter?

Back

Solid, Liquid, Gas

Front

What is viscosity?

Back

Viscosity is a measure of a fluid's resistance to flow.

Front

What happens to the particles in a solid?

Back

Particles in a solid are closely packed and vibrate in place.

Front

What happens to the particles in a liquid?

Back

Particles in a liquid are close together but can move past each other.

Front

What happens to the particles in a gas?

Back

Particles in a gas are far apart and move freely.