States of Matter (OCR GCSE Chemistry A, Combined (Gateway Science Suite)): Quizzes
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How are particles arranged in a solid?
How are particles arranged in a solid?
In a regular pattern
How do particles move in a liquid?
How do particles move in a liquid?
They move around each other
Why are gases easily compressible?
Why are gases easily compressible?
Large spaces exist between particles
Which state of matter has particles with the highest energy?
Which state of matter has particles with the highest energy?
Gas
Why can solids not flow?
Why can solids not flow?
Particles vibrate around fixed positions
What is sublimation?
What is sublimation?
Solid changing directly to gas
What happens to particle bonds during melting?
What happens to particle bonds during melting?
Some bonds are broken
How does evaporation differ from boiling?
How does evaporation differ from boiling?
Evaporation occurs from surface only
How do stronger forces between particles affect boiling point?
How do stronger forces between particles affect boiling point?
Lead to higher boiling points
What is water's state at 50°C? (MP: 0°C, BP: 100°C)
What is water's state at 50°C? (MP: 0°C, BP: 100°C)
Liquid
What happens to energy when a gas condenses?
What happens to energy when a gas condenses?
Energy is transferred to surroundings
Which describes the closeness of particles in a gas?
Which describes the closeness of particles in a gas?
Far apart