State of Matter/Properties of elements/ Density

Front

What happens to the particles of matter when the temperature increases?

Back

The particles speed up and move farther apart.

Front

Why does oil float when poured into water?

Back

Oil is less dense than water.

Front

Which state of matter has no definite shape and no definite volume?

Back

Gas.

Front

What state of matter is typically found in a beaker that appears solid?

Back

Solid.

Front

What happens to objects that are denser than water when placed in it?

Back

They sink.

Front

What is density?

Back

Density is the mass of an object divided by its volume.

Front

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

Back

Solid.

Front

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

Back

Liquid.

Front

What is the relationship between temperature and particle movement in gases?

Back

As temperature increases, gas particles move faster.

Front

What is an example of a liquid?

Back

Water.