Phases of Matter Flashcards
1
Q
the explanation on how particles in matter behave
A
kinetic theory
2
Q
the temp which solids liquify
A
melting point
3
Q
the amount of energy required to change a substance from the solid phase to the liquid phase
A
heat of fusion
4
Q
the amount of energy required for the liquid at its boiling point to become a gas
A
heat of vaporization
5
Q
the point where water starts to boil
A
boiling point
6
Q
the spreading of particles throughout a given volume until they are uniformly distributed
A
diffusion
7
Q
the matter consisting of postively and negatively charged particles
A
plasma
8
Q
an increase in the size of a substance when the temp is increased
A
thermal expansion
