10 Questions
What is the phenomenon known as when a substance exists in all three states of matter at once?
Triple Point
Which state of matter has atoms that are loosely bonded to one another?
Liquid
What defines a gas state of matter?
Atoms moving quickly apart with no defined shape or volume
Which phase change occurs when a gas turns directly into a solid?
Deposition
What is a defining characteristic of solids?
Atoms packed closely together that vibrate in place
What is the phase change when liquid water turns into vapor due to added energy?
Evaporation
Which state of matter has atoms with fast-moving particles and no defined volume or shape?
Gas
When a piece of paper is ripped in half, what type of change has occurred?
Physical change
What is the opposite of freezing in terms of a phase change?
Melting
Which process results in the formation of rust when iron is exposed to air and moisture?
Rusting
Explore the concept of the 'Triple Point' where a substance can exist in all three physical states of matter at once due to equilibrium in temperature and pressure. Learn about the behavior of atoms and molecules in solid, liquid, and gas states of matter.
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