The Kinetic Molecular Theory (Grade 10 NSC Matric Physical Sciences): Flashcards
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Kinetic molecular theory explains
Kinetic molecular theory explains
States of matter & phase changes between states
Effect of higher temperature on particles
Effect of higher temperature on particles
Particles have more energy and move faster
Name for regular particle pattern in solids
Name for regular particle pattern in solids
Lattice
Energy & movement of solid particles
Energy & movement of solid particles
Low energy, vibrate around fixed positions
How liquid particles differ from solid ones
How liquid particles differ from solid ones
Can move around each other, allowing flow
Particle spacing in gases
Particle spacing in gases
Far apart with large spaces
Energy level of gas particles
Energy level of gas particles
High energy, move constantly
What causes phase changes
What causes phase changes
Particle energy changes due to temperature changes
Solid to liquid heating process
Solid to liquid heating process
Particles gain energy to overcome some attractive forces
Strength of attractive forces in solids
Strength of attractive forces in solids
Very strong attractive forces