Particle Theory Review

What happens to the distance between particles as temperature increases?

• The distance decreases.

• The distance remains the same.

• The distance increases.

• The distance fluctuates.

What is the energy level of a solid like?

• High energy.

• Medium energy.

• Low energy.

• Variable energy.

TRUE OR FALSE: particles of matter are constantly in motion.

• True

• False

• Sometimes

• Rarely

What theory states that matter is made of particles that are constantly in motion?

• Particle/Kinetic Theory of Matter

• Atomic Theory of Matter

• Theory of Relativity

• Quantum Theory of Matter

What is the term for the process of a gas turning into a liquid?

• Evaporation

• Condensation

• Sublimation

• Precipitation

What is the main difference between solids, liquids, and gases in terms of particle arrangement?

• Solids have closely packed particles, liquids have loosely packed particles, and gases have widely spaced particles.

• Solids have widely spaced particles, liquids have closely packed particles, and gases have loosely packed particles.

• Solids have loosely packed particles, liquids have widely spaced particles, and gases have closely packed particles.

• Solids, liquids, and gases all have closely packed particles.

What is the effect of temperature on the motion of particles in a substance?

• Higher temperature decreases particle motion.

• Higher temperature increases particle motion.

• Temperature has no effect on particle motion.

• Lower temperature increases particle motion.

TRUE OR FALSE: particles of matter are not attracted to each other.

• True

• False

• Sometimes

• Only in a vacuum

What is the term for the process of a liquid turning into a gas?

• Condensation

• Evaporation

• Sublimation

• Precipitation

Which state of matter has a definite shape and volume?

• Liquid

• Gas

• Solid

• Plasma