States of Matter Quiz

Solids, liquids, and gases can change their shape and volume.

Particles in a solid are in constant motion.

Kinetic energy is the energy of motion.

In liquids, particles cannot move past each other.

All states of matter are made of tiny, stationary particles.

Particles in gases have higher kinetic energy than those in solids.

A rock and flowing lava are made of different kinds of particles.

Particles in gases are close together and move slowly.

In liquids, particle attraction is less influential than in gases.

Particles in solids can only vibrate in place.

Ice is more dense than liquid water.

High kinetic energy means that particles are moving quickly.

The arrangement of particles in ice is similar to that in liquid water.

Floating ice habitats are important for animals like dolphins and whales.

States of Matter

Matter can exist in three states: solid, liquid, and gas.
The states of matter are classified by their ability to change shape and volume.
All matter is made up of tiny, moving particles.
For any given substance, its solid, liquid, and gas forms are made up of the same kinds of particles.
The particles that make up matter also have kinetic energy— the energy of motion.
In all states of matter, even solids, the particles are in constant motion.
The motion of particles increases, their kinetic energy also increases.
In solids, particles are in contact with each other in a structured pattern, and they vibrate in place without changing their places in the structure.
In liquids, particles are able to move past each other but still maintain contact.

Particle Arrangement and Movement

Gas particles are far apart and move quickly, collisions are rare
Liquid particles have less kinetic energy than gas particles, so attraction between particles is more influential
Solid particles have the least kinetic energy and are held close together. Attraction between particles has the most influence so they can only vibrate

Water's Unique Properties

Water's solid form (ice) has a different arrangement of particles than liquid water
Ice is less dense than liquid water because the spacing between molecules is greater
This is why ice floats on water

Importance in the Earth System

Large bodies of floating ice are crucial for animals like penguins and walruses
The ice habitats allow these animals reach food and rest

Test your knowledge about the three states of matter: solid, liquid, and gas. Explore how particles behave in each state and the role of kinetic energy. This quiz covers key concepts related to the characteristics and movement of matter.