Exploring States of Matter

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

• Liquid

• Solid

• Gas

Which state of matter has particles that move freely and fill the entire space available?

• Solid

• Liquid

• Gas

In which state of matter do particles slide past each other but remain close together?

• Solid

• Liquid

• Gas

Which of the following is an example of a solid?

• Water

• Ice

• Steam

What happens to the particles in a liquid when it changes to a gas?

• They move closer together

• They move faster and spread apart

• They stop moving

Which of the following is an example of a gas?

• Milk

• Oxygen

• Rock

What is the main difference between the particles in a solid and a liquid?

• Particles in a solid are far apart, while in a liquid they are close together

• Particles in a solid vibrate in place, while in a liquid they slide past each other

• Particles in a solid move freely, while in a liquid they are fixed in place

Which of the following is an example of a liquid?

• Air

• Juice

• Stone

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

• Melting

• Sublimation

• Freezing

Which state of matter has a definite shape and volume?

• Solid

• Liquid

• Gas