Chemistry Chapter One And Three Flashcards

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1
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What are the three primary states of matter?

A

Solid, liquid, gas

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2
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True or False: Plasma is considered a state of matter.

A

True

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3
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Fill in the blank: A ________ has a definite shape and volume.

A

solid

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4
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Which state of matter has a definite volume but no definite shape?

A

Liquid

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5
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What is the term for a substance that can exist in multiple states of matter?

A

Phase

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6
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True or False: Gases have a definite shape and volume.

A

False

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7
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What is the process called when a solid turns directly into a gas?

A

Sublimation

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8
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What happens to the particles in a substance when it is heated?

A

They gain energy and move faster.

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9
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What is an alloy?

A

A mixture of two or more metals.

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10
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Which of the following is an example of an alloy: Brass, Iron, or Aluminum?

A

Brass

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11
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True or False: Alloys usually have properties that are superior to their component metals.

A

True

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12
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What is the primary metal in stainless steel?

A

Iron

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13
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Fill in the blank: The process of mixing metals to create an alloy is called ________.

A

Alloying

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14
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What state of matter is characterized by particles that are far apart and move freely?

A

Gas

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15
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In which state of matter do particles vibrate but do not move freely?

A

Solid

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16
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What is the term for the change of state from liquid to solid?

17
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What is the primary benefit of using alloys in construction?

A

Strength and durability

18
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Which state of matter is most commonly found in the universe?

19
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True or False: Metals are usually good conductors of electricity.

20
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What is the effect of pressure on the state of matter?

A

Increased pressure can force a gas into a liquid state.

21
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Fill in the blank: The process of a liquid turning into gas is called ________.

22
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What is the main characteristic of a non-metal as opposed to a metal?

A

Non-metals are usually poor conductors of heat and electricity.

23
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What is an example of a metal that is liquid at room temperature?

24
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True or False: All metals are ductile.

25
What is the term for a metal's ability to be stretched into a wire?
Ductility
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Which metal is known for its corrosion resistance and is used in marine applications?
Titanium
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Fill in the blank: The state of matter that has no fixed volume and takes the shape of its container is ________.
Gas
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What is the primary characteristic that differentiates metals from non-metals?
Metals are typically malleable and conductive.
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What is the term for the transition from gas to liquid?
Condensation
30
What are the two main categories of metals?
Ferrous and non-ferrous
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True or False: Alloys can be made from both metals and non-metals.
False
32
What is the primary use of aluminum alloys?
Lightweight construction materials
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Fill in the blank: The state of matter that has a fixed shape and volume is ________.
Solid