States of matter Flashcards
1
Q
Solid
A
A form of matter that has a
definite shape of its container
2
Q
liquid
A
Is a form of matter
that has an
indefinite shape,
flows, and yet has a
fixed volume
3
Q
vapor
A
Describes the gaseous state of a
substance that is generally a
liquid or solid at room
temperature, as in water vapor
4
Q
mixture
A
Is a physical blend of 2
or more components
5
Q
physical change
A
Some properties of a material
change, but the composition of the
material does not change
6
Q
gas
A
Is a form of matter that
takes both the shape
and volume of its
container
