Frosh PhySci - States of matter quiz Flashcards
(10 cards)
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Q
Which of the following substances usually exists in the liquid state on Earth? a- nitrogen b- mercury c- iron d- none of the above
A
B- mercury
Used in thermometers
1
Q
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There are a total of ________ states of matter
A
Four
Solid - Liquid - Gas and Plasma
2
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The state of matter is an example of a(n) __________ property of matter.
A
Physical
3
Q
F - The state in which matter takes on the shape but not the volume of its container is a- gas b- solid c- liquid d- plasma
A
C- liquid
4
Q
The only state in which matter has a fixed shape is F - a- gas b- solid c- liquid d- plasma
A
B- Solid
5
Q
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In which state(s) of matter does water naturally occur on Earth?
A
Three – solid, liquid, and gas
6
Q
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The only state of matter that is uncommon on Earth is __________.
A
Plasma
7
Q
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What must happen to liquid water in order for it to change to the gaseous state?
A
Must be heated which adds energy
8
Q
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Matter in the _________ state always takes the volume of its container.
A
Gas
9
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T/F For matter to change from a liquid to a solid involves a loss of energy
A
True
