AC Unit 1 Flashcard 1 States of Matter

Front

In a gas, how are the particles arranged?

Back

Particles are far apart.

Front

What state of matter is characterized by a definite shape and volume?

Back

Solid.

Front

How are particles arranged in a liquid?

Back

Particles are closely packed.

Front

What is the strength of the attractive forces between liquid particles?

Back

Medium.

Front

What is the energy level of particles in a liquid?

Back

Medium energy.

Front

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

Back

Liquid.

Front

What happens to the particle arrangement when a solid is heated and becomes a liquid?

Back

Particles become closely packed but can move past each other.

Front

What is the state of matter where particles are tightly packed and vibrate in place?

Back

Solid.

Front

What is the state of matter that has high energy and particles that are far apart?

Back

Gas.

Front

What is the term for the process of a solid turning into a liquid?

Back

Melting.