PS 3.1 Formative

In what state does matter have both a definite shape and a definite volume?

• solid

• liquid

• gas

A ________ takes the shape of its container.

• solid

• liquid

• gas

In which state of matter does a material have neither a definite shape or a definite volume?

• solid

• liquid

• gas

Which phrase or phrases describes how particles at the atomic level are arranged within most solids?

• spaced far apart

• packed close together

• randomly arranged

On the sun, where temperatures are extremely high, matter exists in a state known as __________.

Which phrase describes all particles of matter in the kinetic theory of matter?

• randomly arranged

• in constant motion

• constant temperature

• orderly arrangement

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS1-4

There are forces of attraction among the particles in all matter.

• true

• false

Because of the motion of the particles in a gas, the gas has a definite shape and volume.

• true

• false

Which factors affect the behavior of liquids?

• constant motion of particles

• fixed location of particles

• orderly arrangement of particles

• forces of attraction among particles

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS3-4

Solids have a definite shape because particles in a solid vibrate around fixed locations.

• true

• false