Whats The Matter Flashcards
What is a liquid ?
A liquid does not have a definite shape. It takes the shape of its container. It does have a definite volume because it can be measured.
What is a gas?
A gas does not have a definite shape. It sometimes takes the shape of its container and sometimes flies freely around you. These particles are not connected to each other and takes up whatever space is available.
Describe the particles of a solid?
Packed tightly/closely.
Describe the pattern of a solid (particles)?
Regular.
Describe the forces of a solid?
Strong
Describe how solid particles move/flow?
Hard
How are the particles of a liquid arranged?
Freely/randomly
Describe the pattern of a liquid?
Not as closely/tightly packed.
Describe the force?
Weaker than solids.
Describe the flow/movement of the particles in a liquid?
Freely flowing.
Describe how particles in gases are arranged?
Far apart
Describe the pattern gas particles are arranged in?
Arranged randomly
Describe the forces of gas?
Very weak.
Describe how gas particles move/flow?
Freely
What is a solid?
A solid has a definite shape. It does not take the shape of its container. It also has a definite volume because it can be measured.