Phases of Matter Flashcard 7R

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What is the state of matter that has a definite shape?

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Solid

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What happens to the particles in a liquid when it cools down?

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Particles move slower and closer together, causing the liquid to contract.

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is the process where a gas changes to a liquid.

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What is flammability?

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Flammability is the ability of a substance to catch fire and react with heat.

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What happens to particles when a liquid becomes a gas?

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Particles spread apart from one another.

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

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Liquid

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process where a liquid changes to a gas.

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What is sublimation?

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Sublimation is the process where a solid turns directly into a gas.

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What is deposition?

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Deposition is the process where a gas changes directly into a solid.

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What is the difference between a gas and a liquid in terms of particle arrangement?

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In a gas, particles are far apart and move freely; in a liquid, particles are closer together and can slide past one another.