States Of Matter Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
What is the structure of a solid
A
Held in a regular structure with strong forces of attraction between the particles
2
Q
How does a solid move
A
Solids do not move but particles vibrate in a fixed position
3
Q
Structure of a liquid
A
Particles are free to move but still close together/tightly packed therefore liquids can not be packed together
4
Q
What happens when a liquid is heated
A
When a liquid is heated the particles gain energy, move around faster and eventually break the forces of attraction and evaporate
5
Q
What is the structure of gasses
A
Particles are very far apart little or no force of attraction between the particles
