States of Matter Science Quiz
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What is a characteristic of a solid?

  • It flows easily.
  • It lacks a definite volume.
  • It can be compressed.
  • It has a definite shape. (correct)
  • Which process describes the change of state from liquid to gas?

  • Sublimation
  • Condensation
  • Vaporization (correct)
  • Solidification
  • Which statement is true regarding gases?

  • They have a definite volume and shape.
  • Particles vibrate in place.
  • They may be compressed. (correct)
  • They exhibit high viscosity.
  • What does surface tension refer to?

    <p>The force allowing liquid surface particles to remain joined.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following changes of state is classified as endothermic?

    <p>Vaporization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What causes a needle to float on water?

    <p>The surface tension of the water holds the needle up.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Charles' Law, what happens to the volume of a gas when the temperature increases at constant pressure?

    <p>The volume increases.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship defined by Boyle's Law?

    <p>Pressure and volume are inversely proportional.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect does an increase in temperature have on the particles of matter?

    <p>Particles change state and gain energy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to a balloon's volume if the temperature increases while the pressure remains constant?

    <p>The volume of the balloon increases.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What principle did Avogadro describe regarding gases?

    <p>At constant pressure and temperature, different gases contain an equal number of particles.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Clausius define as the absolute temperature of a gas?

    <p>The average kinetic energy of the molecules in the gas.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement is consistent with the kinetic molecular theory regarding gas particles?

    <p>Gas particles are in constant random motion and collide elastically.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following scenarios would NOT align with Avogadro's principle?

    <p>Heavier gases occupy less volume than lighter gases at the same temperature.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can be inferred about the kinetic energy of gas molecules as the temperature increases?

    <p>The average kinetic energy of the molecules increases.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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