States of Matter Quiz

What is the definition of a solid?

• A solid is a state of matter characterized by a definite shape and volume.

• A solid is a state of matter characterized by an indefinite shape and volume.

• A solid is a state of matter characterized by a definite shape but not volume.

• A solid is a state of matter characterized by a definite volume but not shape.

Which of the following is an example of a solid: water, ice, or steam?

• ice

• water

• air

• steam

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What is the main characteristic of a liquid?

• It has a definite shape but no definite volume.

• It has both a definite volume and shape.

• It has no volume or shape.

• It has a definite volume but no definite shape.

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Which state of matter has a definite volume but no definite shape?

• liquid

• solid

• plasma

• gas

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What is the process called when a solid changes directly into a gas?

• sublimation

• melting

• evaporation

• condensation

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What is the melting point of water in Celsius?

• -10 degrees

• 50 degrees

• 100 degrees

• 0 degrees

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What is the boiling point of water in Celsius?

• 100 degrees

• 150 degrees

• 50 degrees

• 0 degrees

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What is the process called when a gas changes directly into a solid?

• sublimation

• condensation

• deposition

• evaporation

Which state of matter has particles that are tightly packed together?

• liquid

• gas

• plasma

• solid

Which state of matter has particles that are far apart and move freely?

• liquid

• solid

• plasma

• gas

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