states of matter Haleigh Miller Flashcards
Liquid
Closely packed but can slide past eachother.
Solid
Have a definite shape and volume , in fixed positions.
Gas
Are in a constant state of motion and rarely stick together.
Plasma
A state of matter that starts as a gas and then becomes ionized
Energy
The capacity to do work
Thermal energy
This kinetic energy of a substances atoms
Evaporation
The change of a substance from a liquid to a gas
Sublimation
The process in which a solid changes directly into a gas
Condensation
The change of a substance from a gas to a liquid
Crystalline solid
Have an orderly arrangement of atoms or molecules example iron, diamond, ice
Amorphous solid
Are composed of atoms or molecules that are in no particular order
Surface tension
The force acting on the particles at the surface of a liquid that cause a liquid to form spherical drops
Kinetic energy
Particles are in motion or energy of motion
Heat
A transfer of energy known as heat causes the temp of a substance to change which can lead to a change of state
Endothermic change
When melts it requires endothermic energy makes the molecule move faster to melt the solid