States of matter and diffusion Flashcards
Describe the particle arrangement of a solid
regular arrangement , close together
Describe the particle arrangement of a liquid
irregular arrangement, close together
Describe the particle arrangement of a gas
far apart
Describe the particle movement in a solid
vibrating in fixed positions
Describe the particle movement in a liquid
slipping past each other
Describe the particle movement in a gas
moving freely, randomly and fast
Describe the relative energy of particles is a gas
high
Describe the relative energy of particles in a solid
low
Describe the relative energy of particles in a liquid
moderate
Describe the attractive forces in a solid
strong
Describe the attractive forces in a liquid
medium
Describe the attractive forces in a gas
very low or negligible
Describe the shape and volume of a solid
both definite shape and volume
Describe the shape and volume of a liquid
indefinite shape, definite volume
Describe the shape and volume of a gas
both indefinite shape and volume
What is the kinetic theory of particles?
All matter is made of tiny, invisible. moving particles which are in constant movement and collide with particles.
Why does a substance diffuse?
Many tiny invisible particles in the air collide with larger particles. These larger particles move through the air in a random motion from areas of high concentration to areas of low concentration
What is diffusion?
Net movement of particles from areas of high concentration to areas of low concentration due to collisions by many smaller invisible particles.