Phases of Matter Flashcards
Explanation of how particles in matter behave
Kinetic Theory
The temperature at which a solid begins to liquefy
Melting Point
The amount of energy required to change a substance from the solid phase to the liquid phase at its melting point
Heat of Fusion
The temperature at which the pressure of the vapor in the liquid is equal to the external pressure acting on the surface of the liquid
Boiling Point
The amount of energy required for the liquid at its boiling point to become a gas
Heat of Vaporization
The spreading of particles throughout a given volume until they are uniformly distributed
Diffusion
The matter consisting of positively and negatively charged particles
Plasma
An increase in the size of a substance when the temperature is increased.
Thermal Expantion