States of Matter Quiz

Which state of matter has an indefinite shape and an indefinite volume?

• Gas

• Liquid

• Solid

• Plasma

Which state of matter has a definite shape and a definite volume?

• Gas

• Liquid

• Solid

• Plasma

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Which state of matter is characterized by particles that are tightly packed and vibrate in place?

• Gas

• Liquid

• Solid

• Plasma

Which state of matter expands to fill the volume of its container?

• Gas

• Liquid

• Solid

• Plasma

Which state of matter is most compressible?

• Gas

• Liquid

• Solid

• Plasma

Which state of matter is typically invisible and can be felt as pressure?

• Gas

• Liquid

• Solid

• Plasma

The combined total of the kinetic and potential energy in a material is called _____.

• Thermal Energy

• Radiant Energy

• Nuclear Energy

• Mechanical Energy

• Chemical Energy

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The energy of motion is called ________________ energy.

• potential

• kinetic

• thermal

• chemical

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What happens to the particles of a solid when heat is added?

• They move slower and closer together.

• They move faster and spread apart.

• They stop moving completely.

• They change into a gas immediately.

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What is the phase change called when a gas turns into a liquid?

• Melting

• Freezing

• Condensation

• Sublimation

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