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Question 6

Matter can exist in different physical states, primarily solids, liquids, and gases.

a.

Under specific conditions of temperature and pressure, substances can transition between these states.

The list below shows several terms associated with phase changes:

  • boiling
  • condensing
  • deposition
  • freezing
  • melting
  • sublimation

Complete the table below by writing the correct term from the list for each described change of state.

Change of stateName of change
from solid to gas
from liquid to gas
from solid to liquid
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b.

The particles in a liquid are close together but randomly arranged, and are able to move and slide past one another.

Describe the arrangement and movement of the particles in a solid.

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States of matter Questions

  1. IGCSE
  2. /Chemistry
  3. /States of matter

12 exam-style questions on Edexcel IGCSE Chemistry States of matter. Each one has a worked solution and a mark scheme showing where the marks go.

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