Exploring Phase Changes in Matter

What is the first step in the phase changes simulation?

• Select the atoms and molecules

• Add more molecules

• Turn on the phase diagram chart

• Adjust the temperature scale

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

Which of the following is NOT an atom or molecule used in the simulation?

• Neon

• Argon

• Oxygen

• Helium

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How can you toggle the temperature scale in the simulation?

• Between Rankine and Celsius

• Between Fahrenheit and Celsius

• Between Kelvin and Celsius

• Between Kelvin and Fahrenheit

What action is required to increase the pressure on the molecules?

• Remove heat

• Push down on the handle

• Drag the handle up

• Add more molecules

What happens when you add heat at the bottom of the container?

• The temperature drops

• The molecules freeze

• The pressure decreases

• A flame appears

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

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How can you pause the movement of the molecules?

• By decreasing the pressure

• By increasing the temperature

• By pressing the pause button

• By adding more molecules

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

What is the purpose of the nudge feature in the simulation?

• To reset the simulation

• To move the molecules one step at a time

• To change the temperature

• To add more molecules

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

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NGSS.MS-PS3-4

Where can you see the pressure gauge in the simulation?

• In the center of the screen

• Next to the thermometer

• In the bottom right-hand corner

• In the upper left-hand corner

What does the thermometer in the simulation display?

• The number of molecules

• The amount of pressure

• The temperature reading

• The phase of the matter

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

NGSS.MS-PS3-4

What should you do if you need to reset the simulation?

• Press the reset button in the bottom right-hand corner

• Add more molecules

• Decrease the pressure

• Increase the temperature