10 Questions
Which state of matter has a fixed volume and shape?
Solids
Which state of matter is generally less dense than solids and can flow freely?
Liquids
Which state of matter has particles that move and slide past each other?
Liquids
Which state of matter has particles that vibrate in position but can't change location?
Solids
Which state of matter is generally much denser than gases?
Solids
What is the definition of matter?
Matter is anything that occupies space (has volume) and has a mass.
What are the three different states of matter?
The three different states of matter are solids, liquids, and gases.
What are the characteristics of solids?
Solids have a fixed volume and shape, and they have a high density. The atoms vibrate in position but can't change location. The particles are packed very closely together in a fixed and regular pattern.
What are the characteristics of liquids?
Liquids have a fixed volume but adopt the shape of the container. They are generally less dense than solids (an exception is water), but much denser than gases. The particles move and slide past each other, which is why liquids adopt the shape of the container and why they are able to flow freely.
What are the characteristics of gases?
Gases do not have a fixed volume or shape. They are less dense than solids and liquids. The particles in gases move freely and are not held closely together. They have no fixed arrangement or pattern.
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