C1 - States of Matter Flashcards
1
Q
Diffusion definition
A
The movement of particles from a region of higher concentration to a region of lower concentration.
2
Q
Diffusion in gases
A
Depends on the molecular mass of the gas particles. Particles with a higher molecular mass have a lower rate of diffusion
3
Q
gas to liquid
A
condensation
4
Q
liquid to gas
A
evaporation
5
Q
solid to gas
A
sublimation
6
Q
gas to solid
A
desublimation or deposition
7
Q
Kinetic theory of matter
A
Matter is made up of tiny particles that are in continuous random motion
