Kinetic Theory

The state of matter having no definite shape or volume.

• solid
• liquid
• gas

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As a material is heated, it's particles....

• get smaller
• slow down
• get cooler
• move more quickly

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The state of matter with definite volume but no definite shape.

• solid
• liquid 
• gas

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Are particles of matter always in motion?

• yes
• no

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The motion energy of particles is called...

• kinetic energy
• connecting energy
• electrostatic energy
• gravitational energy

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The states, or phases of matter are...

• proton, neutron and electron
• solid, liquid and gas
• on and off
• a mystery

Particles in a solid are tightly bound and...

• do not change relative position
• flow down a slope
• float in the air
• are runny

Particles in a liquid are loosely bound, can change their relative position and hence...

• flow into the shape of their container
• will never move
• have zero energy
• are always hot

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

Which of the following is a correct description for solids?

• closely arranged and in fixed positions

• closely arranged and vibrate in fixed positions

• closely arranged and can move around

When something goes from gas to liquid, it is called...

• Evaporation

• Condensation

• Deposition

• Freezing

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