Solids, Liquids, Gases Flashcard

Front

What is a similarity between solids, liquids, and gases?

Back

All three have atoms and molecules.

Front

Give an example of a liquid.

Back

Honey.

Front

What can all liquids do?

Back

All liquids can move and flow.

Front

Give an example of a solid.

Back

A desk.

Front

What is the smallest part of matter that makes up molecules?

Back

An atom.

Front

What are the three states of matter?

Back

Solids, liquids, and gases.

Front

How do the molecules in solids behave?

Back

Molecules in solids are closely packed and vibrate in place.

Front

How do the molecules in liquids behave?

Back

Molecules in liquids are close together but can move past each other.

Front

How do the molecules in gases behave?

Back

Molecules in gases are far apart and move freely.

Front

What is the definition of a solid?

Back

A solid has a definite shape and volume.