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How does the intermolecular spacing of molecules in a solid compare to that of a liquid?
How does the intermolecular spacing of molecules in a solid compare to that of a liquid?
In a solid, the molecules are very close together, whereas in a liquid, the molecules are slightly farther apart.
What is a characteristic of the volume of a solid?
What is a characteristic of the volume of a solid?
A solid has a definite shape.
Which state of matter is highly compressible?
Which state of matter is highly compressible?
Gas.
What is true about the flowability of solids, liquids, and gases?
What is true about the flowability of solids, liquids, and gases?
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How does the density of a solid compare to that of a liquid and a gas?
How does the density of a solid compare to that of a liquid and a gas?
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Which medium does sound travel fastest in?
Which medium does sound travel fastest in?
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How does the temperature of a medium affect the speed of sound?
How does the temperature of a medium affect the speed of sound?
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What phenomenon occurs when sound waves encounter a surface?
What phenomenon occurs when sound waves encounter a surface?
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What is a key difference between the shape of a solid and that of a liquid?
What is a key difference between the shape of a solid and that of a liquid?
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Which state of matter is least compressible?
Which state of matter is least compressible?
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What is a common characteristic of the volume of a liquid and a gas?
What is a common characteristic of the volume of a liquid and a gas?
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Study Notes
Electrical Circuits
- Resistance decreases when more appliances are connected to one outlet
- The total current increases
- Overloading the circuit can cause wires to overheat, potentially setting combustible materials on fire
Sound Waves
Characteristics of Waves
- Sound waves are classified as longitudinal waves
- Longitudinal waves have different characteristics compared to transverse waves
Speed of Sound
- The speed of sound varies through different mediums (solids, liquids, and gases)
- The molecular structure of a material affects the speed of sound
- Temperature affects the speed of sound
- The speed of sound is affected by the density of the medium
Properties of Solids, Liquids, and Gases
- Solids: very close intermolecular spacing, definite shape, cannot flow, not compressible, and densest
- Liquids: slightly farther intermolecular spacing, takes the shape of the container, able to flow, not compressible, and dense
- Gases: far apart intermolecular spacing, takes the shape of the container, able to flow, highly compressible, and low density
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Description
This quiz covers the basics of electric circuits, including how resistance and current are affected by adding appliances, and the dangers of overloading circuits.
