States of Matter Quiz

Which state of matter has the strongest force of attraction between its particles?

• Solid

• Liquid

• Gas

Which state of matter has the highest energy in its particles?

• Solid

• Liquid

• Gas

When a solid changes directly into a gas without becoming liquid, the process is called:

• Condensation

• Sublimation

• Evaporation

When water vapor changes back into liquid, it is called:

• Condensation

• Melting

• Sublimation

The boiling point of pure water is:

• 0°C

• 100°C

• 50°C

Which of the following expands the most when heated?

• Solid

• Liquid

• Gas

Why do gases not have a fixed shape or volume?

• Because particles are very far apart and move freely

• Because particles are tightly packed

• Because particles cannot move

When ice melts into water, what kind of change takes place?

• Physical change

• Chemical change

• Permanent change

Which process helps wet clothes dry in the sun?

• Freezing

• Evaporation

• Condensation

Why do solids not flow like liquids?

• Their particles are tightly packed and cannot move freely

• They have no weight

• They are always heavy