Matter - Revision through Flashcards

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Atoms are extremely small particles that make up matter.

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They are the basic building blocks of all substances.

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Atoms join together to form the matter we see around us.

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This process is fundamental to the formation of substances.

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Force of Adhesion

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The force of attraction between particles of different substances.

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Interparticle attraction in solids

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Very high, causing particles to be tightly packed.

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Creation of plasma

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Formed by providing enough energy to a gas to free electrons.

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All particles in matter are in constant random motion.

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Particles in matter are always moving, even in solids.

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Thermometer use in experiments.

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Measures temperature changes.

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Ice cubes in experiments.

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Used to study melting and temperature changes.

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Types of Vaporization

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There are two types of vaporization: evaporation and boiling.

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Evaporation and Wind

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Coming out of a swimming pool on a windy day feels cold due to increased evaporation.