Kinetic Molecular Theory and States of Matter

Front

What does the Kinetic Molecular Theory explain?

Back

The behavior of particles in different states of matter

Front

Which state of matter has a definite shape and volume?

Back

Solid

Front

What does the Kinetic Molecular Theory state about matter?

Back

All matter is made of particles that are in constant motion

Front

Effect of adding energy to solid ice?

Back

It becomes a liquid

Front

Effect of removing energy from a gas?

Back

It becomes a liquid

Front

What is true about the motion of particles in a gas?

Back

They move freely and are far apart.

Front

Which state of matter is compressible?

Back

Gas

Front

Which state of matter has a definite shape and volume?

Back

Solid

Front

What is the volume of a gas determined by?

Back

Its container

Front

Why is plasma considered the most abundant state in the universe?

Back

It is found in stars