States of Matter

Front

What are the three main states of matter?

Back

Solid, Liquid, Gas.

Front

In which state of matter do particles have 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 is the state of matter where particles are farthest apart and move the fastest?

Back

Gas.

Front

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

Back

They vibrate faster and may change to a liquid.

Front

What is evaporation?

Back

The process by which liquid turns into vapor.

Front

At what temperature does water boil in Fahrenheit?

Back

212°F.

Front

What is condensation?

Back

The process by which vapor turns into liquid.

Front

What is precipitation?

Back

Any form of water, liquid or solid, that falls from clouds and reaches the ground.

Front

Which of the following is not considered precipitation: rain, snow, fog?

Back

Fog.