Physics 3.1.2 Flashcards
What is all Matter made up of?
Particles- Atoms.
Define ‘The Particle Model’:
A Model that describes the Arrangement & Movement of Particles in a Substance.
What are the 3 States of Matter than Matter can exist in? (3)
-Solid.
-Liquid.
-Gas.
Describe the Particles in Solids. (2)
-Closely packed.
-Vibrate.
A Solid’s Shape is…
Fixed.
A Solid’s Volume is…
Fixed.
Describe the Particles in Liquids: (2)
-Quite closely packed.
-Can Flow over one another.
A Liquid takes the Shape of…
Its Container.
The Volume of Liquid is…
Fixed.
Describe the Particles in Gasses: (2)
-Far apart.
-Move randomly.
Gases have ___ Definite Shape.
No.
The Volume of Gasses is…
Not Fixed.
Gasses are highly ___.
Compressible.
Why are Gasses highly Compressible? (2)
-There a large gaps between the Particles.
-It is easier to Push the Particles closer together than in Solids or Liquids.
Order the 3 States of Matter in terms of the Energy of the Particles. Lowest to Highest. (3)
-Solid.
-Liquid.
-Gas.
