Phases of Matter Flashcards
1
Q
Explanation of how particles in matter behave?
A
Kinetic Theory
2
Q
The point at which a solid begins to liquefy?
A
Melting point
3
Q
The amount of energy that it takes to turn a solid to a liquid?
A
Heat of Fusion
4
Q
When a liquid tarts to turn to a gas?
A
Boiling Point
5
Q
Amount of energy it takes for a liquid to turn to a gas?
A
Heat of Vaporization
6
Q
Spreading of particles throughout a given volume?
A
Diffusion
7
Q
Matter consisting of positive and negatively charged particles?
A
Plasma
8
Q
Increase of the size of a substance when the temperature is increased?
A
Thermal Expansion
