6.6A Solids, Liquids and Gases

Front

What is the only state of matter that has a 'Definite Shape'?

Back

Solids

Front

In which state of matter are the particles 'tightly packed' together and do not move?

Back

Solid

Front

What type of change is the boiling of water an example of?

Back

Physical change

Front

In which state of matter do particles move the quickest?

Back

Gas

Front

What is a state of matter in which the substance takes the shape of the container and has an unchanged volume when poured from one container to another?

Back

Liquid

Front

What is the state of matter that has a definite volume but no definite shape?

Back

Liquid

Front

What is the state of matter that has neither a definite shape nor a definite volume?

Back

Gas

Front

What happens to the particles in a solid when it is heated?

Back

They vibrate faster and may change to a liquid.

Front

What is the process called when a liquid turns into a gas?

Back

Evaporation

Front

What is the process called when a gas turns into a liquid?

Back

Condensation