States of Matter

Front

What are the three main states of matter?

Back

Solid, Liquid, Gas

Front

What state of matter has a definite shape and volume?

Back

Solid

Front

What state of matter has a definite volume but takes the shape of its container?

Back

Liquid

Front

What state of matter has no definite shape or volume?

Back

Gas

Front

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

Back

They gain energy and may begin to vibrate more, potentially transitioning to a liquid state.

Front

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

Back

Melting

Front

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

Back

Evaporation or Boiling

Front

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

Back

Condensation

Front

At what temperature does water boil in Fahrenheit?

Back

212 degrees Fahrenheit

Front

What is the freezing point of water in Fahrenheit?

Back

32 degrees Fahrenheit