States of Matter and Density 1

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What are the three states of matter?

Back

Solid, Liquid, Gas.

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Define the term 'density'.

Back

Density is the mass of an object divided by its volume.

Front

What is the formula for calculating the volume of a cube?

Back

Volume = side × side × side (s³).

Front

What happens to the particles in a solid?

Back

The particles are closely packed together and vibrate in place.

Front

What happens to the particles in a liquid?

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The particles are close together but can move past each other.

Front

What happens to the particles in a gas?

Back

The particles are far apart and move freely.

Front

How does temperature affect the state of matter?

Back

Increasing temperature can change solids to liquids (melting) and liquids to gases (evaporation).

Front

What is mass?

Back

The amount of matter in an object.

Front

What lab tool is used to measure the volume of a liquid?

Back

Graduated cylinder.

Front

What is an example of a solid?

Back

Ice.