Understanding States of Matter and Properties

These flashcards cover key terms and definitions related to states of matter, their properties, and related concepts.

Matter

Any substance that has mass, has volume, and takes up space.

Volume

The amount of space an object takes up.

Solid

A state of matter that has a fixed shape and volume, with tightly packed molecules that only vibrate.

Liquid

A state of matter that takes the shape of its container but has a fixed volume, with closely packed molecules that can move around.

Gas

A state of matter that has no fixed shape or volume, with molecules that are far apart and move freely.

Displacement

Measuring the volume of a solid by the amount the water level in a graduated cylinder rises.

Mass

The amount of matter in an object.

Chemical Reaction

A chemical process that changes one or more substances into a different and new substance.

Precipitate

A solid that forms when two liquids are mixed and a chemical reaction occurs.

Insoluble

When one substance is not able to completely dissolve into another substance.

Soluble

When one substance can completely dissolve into another substance.

Property

A characteristic of a substance that does not change.

Mixture

A blend of two or more substances.

Particle

Tiny pieces of 'stuff' or matter that cannot be seen; can refer to atoms or molecules.