States of Matter Flashcard

Front

Which state of matter has a definite volume and shape?

Back

Solid

Front

Which state of matter is highly compressible?

Back

Gas

Front

What is the density of a liquid compared to solids and gases?

Back

Intermediate density

Front

Which of the following best describes the movement of particles in a gas?

Back

Fast moving particles

Front

A student places a substance in a container, and it takes the shape and volume of the container. Which state of matter is this substance most likely in?

Back

Gas

Front

Compare the compressibility of solids, liquids, and gases.

Back

Only gases are highly compressible, solids and liquids are not.

Front

Which type of reaction is represented by the equation: A + B → AB?

Back

Synthesis

Front

In a decomposition reaction, what happens to the compound AB?

Back

It breaks down into A and B.

Front

Which of the following best describes a single replacement reaction?

Back

One element replaces another in a compound.

Front

In a double replacement reaction, what is the general form of the reactants and products?

Back

AB + CD → AC + BD