Quiz on States of Matter

What is the kinetic energy level of particles in solids?

• Low

• Medium

• Variable

• High

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

Which state of matter has a definite shape?

• Plasma

• Gas

• Liquid

• Solid

How do particles in liquids move?

• Vibrate in fixed places

• Stay still

• Slide around each other

• Move quickly in all directions

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

Which state of matter can be poured and will spread across the bottom of a container?

• Liquid

• Solid

• Gas

• Plasma

Which state of matter has the most kinetic energy?

• Solid

• Liquid

• Gas

• Plasma

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

NGSS.MS-PS3-4

What is the relationship between kinetic energy and particle movement?

• More kinetic energy means slower movement

• Kinetic energy does not affect movement

• Less kinetic energy means faster movement

• More kinetic energy means faster movement

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NGSS.HS-PS3-2

How do particles in gases behave when heated, think about water boiling?

• They stay still

• They increase volume

• They compress

• They vibrate

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

What is the structure of particles in liquids?

• Fixed in place

• Spread far apart in a random arrangement

• Close together in a random arrangement

• Packed close together in a regular pattern

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

What happens to the shape of solids when placed in a container?

• They change shape

• They keep their shape

• They spread out

• They disappear

What is the kinetic energy level of particles in gases?

• Low

• Variable

• High

• Medium

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS1-4