States of Matter and Physical Properties

Vocabulary flashcards covering states of matter and physical properties.

Matter

Anything that takes up space and has mass.

Volume

The amount of space that something takes up

Solid

A state of matter with a definite shape and volume; molecules vibrate in place and are tightly packed.

Liquid

A state of matter with a definite volume but not a definite shape; molecules move from place to place and are loosely packed.

Gas

A state of matter where particles are spread out and can move freely; has no definite shape or volume.

Mass

The amount of matter in an object; measured in grams (g).

Weight

A measure of gravitational force on an object.

Density

A measure of the amount of mass in a given volume; measured in g/cm³.

Electrical Conductivity

A measure of how well an electric current can move through an object.

Thermal Conductivity

The rate at which a substance transfers heat.

Solubility

The ability of a substance to dissolve in another.

Luster

A gentle sheen or shine, often associated with metals due to their reflective surface.

Malleability

The ability of a substance to be molded or shaped without breaking.

Magnetic Attraction

Attractive and repulsive forces between objects.

Melting Point

The temperature at which a solid changes to a liquid.

Boiling Point

The temperature at which a liquid changes to a gas.