States of Matter

What is matter?

• Anything that takes up space and has mass

• Anything that has a definite shape and volume

• Anything that can be seen and touched

• Anything that can change its state

Which of the following describes the characteristics of a solid?

• Definite shape, definite volume, incompressible

• Indefinite shape, definite volume, incompressible

• Definite shape, indefinite volume, compressible

• Indefinite shape, indefinite volume, compressible

How are the particles arranged and behaving in a solid?

• They are close together, vibrating in place, and fixed in one spot.

• They are far apart, moving freely, and can be easily compressed.

• They are close together, sliding past each other, and take the shape of their container.

• They are randomly arranged and constantly moving to new locations.

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What is a key characteristic of liquids regarding their volume?

• They have an indefinite volume.

• They can be easily compressed into a smaller volume.

• They have a definite volume and are incompressible.

• Their volume changes to fit the container.

Which statement accurately describes the properties of gases?

• They have a definite shape and definite volume.

• They have an indefinite shape, definite volume, and are incompressible.

• They have an indefinite shape, indefinite volume, and are compressible.

• They have a definite shape, indefinite volume, and are compressible.