States Of Matter Flashcards
1
Q
What are the three main states of matter? Give one example for each
A
Solids - table
Liquids - water
Gases - oxygen
2
Q
What are the three other states of matter? Give one examples for each
A
Gel - butter
Plasma - fire
Vapour - clouds
3
Q
Give some characteristics of solids.
A
- the particles are close together
- the particles are arranged in a regular pattern
- particles are held together by strong bonds
- can’t move from place to place but vibrate on the spot
4
Q
Give some characteristics of liquids.
A
- particles are close together
- arranged in a random way
- particles can move around by sliding over/past each other
- touching but in an irregular way
5
Q
Give some characteristics of gases.
A
- particles are far apart
- particles arranged in a random way
- move quickly in all directions
- particles do not touch unless they collide
6
Q
Solid -> Liquid
A
Melting
7
Q
Liquid -> Solid
A
Freezing
8
Q
Liquid -> Gas
A
Boiling/Evaporation
9
Q
Gas -> Liquid
A
Condensation
10
Q
Gas -> Solid
A
Deposition
11
Q
Solid -> Gas
A
Sublimation
