States of matter Flashcards
1
Q
Solid
A
- Definite shape and volume
- The movement of particles are very slow
- Particles are higly attracted
2
Q
Liquid
A
- Definite volume and undefinite shape
- Moderate movement of particles
- Moderate force of attraction
3
Q
Gas
A
- Takes the shape and volume of the container
- Particles move very fast
- Weak force of attraction
4
Q
Plasma
A
- Most common state of matter on the Universe (sun and start)
- A plasma contains charged particles: positive atoms and negative electrons
5
Q
Bose Einstein
A
- Occurs at temperatures near to zero
- 1925
- Atoms are all the same place, lose their individual identities and coalesce in a single blob