States of Matter Flashcard #3

Front

How many states of matter are commonly recognized?

Back

4

Front

What is the state of matter characterized by high energy and ionized particles?

Back

Plasma

Front

What shape do liquids take?

Back

The shape of their container.

Front

In which state of matter are the particles the farthest apart?

Back

Gas.

Front

How do liquid particles move?

Back

They move freely.

Front

What is the state of matter with a definite shape and volume?

Back

Solid.

Front

What is the state of matter with no definite shape but a definite volume?

Back

Liquid.

Front

What happens to the particles in a gas when heated?

Back

They move faster and spread apart.

Front

What is the process called when a solid turns into a liquid?

Back

Melting.

Front

What is the process called when a liquid turns into a gas?

Back

Vaporization.