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2.1.1 States of matter and changes of state

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Two states of matter are described as follows:

  • State 1: The particles are arranged in a regular, ordered pattern and are closely packed. They can only vibrate about fixed positions.
  • State 2: The particles are close together but in an irregular, disordered arrangement. They are free to move and slide past one another.

Which states of matter correspond to State 1 and State 2?

A

State 1: solid; State 2: liquid

B

State 1: solid; State 2: gas

C

State 1: liquid; State 2: solid

D

State 1: gas; State 2: liquid

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44 exam-style questions on CIE IGCSE Physics 2.1.1 States of matter and changes of state. Each one has a worked solution and a mark scheme showing where the marks go.

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