Sci. - Matter, Transformation of Particles Flashcards

1
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What is matter?

A

Matter is anything that has mass and takes up space. Example: Air, Water, Table

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2
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What are the four postulates in the theory of matter?

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Constant motion.
Spaces between the particles.
Higher energy = more speed and space between particles.
Multiple atoms make a molecule.
(CSHM)

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3
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What is mass?

A

amount of matter in a given object.

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4
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What is density?

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Density describes how concentrated something is

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5
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What is solid to gas called?

A

Sublimation

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6
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What is gas to solid called?

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Deposition

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7
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What is liquid to gas called?

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Vaporization/Evaporation

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8
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What is Gas to Liquid called?

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Condensation

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9
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What is Solid to Liquid called?

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Melting

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10
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What is Liquid to Solid called?

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Freezing

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11
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What is Gas to Plasma called?

A

Ionization

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12
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What is Plasma to Gas called?

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Deionization/Recombination

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13
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How do particles in a solid act?

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Vibrates in place
Packed tight together
cannot move past one another

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14
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How do particles in a liquid act?

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Loosely packed
Can slide past one another
has more energy level than solids

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15
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How do particles in a gas act?

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High energy levels and speeds
Particles far apart
can move freely

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16
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How do particles in plasma act and how does it have + and -?

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Extremely high energy speeds
Superheated Matter
Particles move so fast they collide with other particles and force the electrons off of the atom, causing + and -

17
Q

Does a solid have definite shape and volume?

A

Yes

18
Q

Does a liquid have definite shape and volume?

A

Definite volume, no definite shape

19
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Does a gas have a definite shape and volume?

A

No

20
Q

Does plasma have a definite shape and volume?

A

No