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Phases of
Matter
GUIDECARD

A.INTRODUCTION
B. Solid
C. Liquid
D.Gas
E. Plasma
F.Definitions
G.Pictures of:
Solid
(Different states of Solids)
Liquid
(Different states of Liquids)
Gas
Plasma
I Summary
 II Activity Card Explanations
III Assessment Card Jumbled Words
IV. Enrichment Card Crossword Puzzle

V. Reference Card
Website
VI. Key Answers

A. Introduction

The term phase is sometimes used as a synonym for state of matter.

Also, the term phase is sometimes used to refer to a set of equilibrium
states demarcated in terms of state variables such as pressure and
temperature by a phase boundary on a phase diagram. Because phase
boundaries relate to changes in the organization of matter, such as a
change from liquid to solid or a more subtle change from one crystal
structure to another, this latter usage is similar to the use of "phase"
as a synonym for state of matter. However, the state of matter and
phase diagram usages are not commensurate with the formal definition
given above and the intended meaning must be determined in part from
the context in which the term is used.

The phases of matter represent 'classes' of the type of molecular motion

found at different temperatures. When the temperature is low, the
motion of molecules is dominated by the fact that they stick together,
and the result is a phase of matter that is rigid and dense. When the
temperature is high, the motion of the molecules is dominated by their
translational energy, so intermolecular forces can almost be ignored. At
intermediate temperatures, molecules translate but still stick together.

B. Solid
 One of the main characteristics of solids is that they hold their own
shape. Therefore, if you put a solid in a container, it will not change its
shape. You can move the container all around and the solid will still not
change its shape! Another characteristic of solids is that they are very
difficult to compress. When you compress any type of matter, you are
applying a force a certain amount of matter into a smaller space. If we
take a closer look at the atoms of a solid, they are very close together
and have very little energy.

At low temperatures the nuclei of the atoms of a solid vibrate about an

equilibrium position but are trapped in their lattice positions, unable to
flow or diffuse.

Other states of Solids

Ionic solids-- These substances have a definite melting point and contain
ionic bonds. An example would be sodium.

Covalent solids -- This substance appear as a single giant molecule made

up of an almost endless number of covalent bonds. An example would be
graphite.

Molecular solids-- are represented as repeating units made up of

molecules. An example would be ice.

Metallic solids-- are repeating units made up of metal atoms. The valence
electrons in metals are able to jump from atom to atom.

A. LIQUID

The forces of attraction between the molecules of a liquid are less than
that in a solid and greater than that in a gas. A substance in liquid state
does not have a defined shape; rather, its shape is defined by that of its
container. When a liquid reaches its boiling point, it acquires a gaseous
state.

One of the main characters of liquids is that they hold the shape of the
container it is placed in. In other words, it will fill up as much space of
the container as it possibly can. Liquids are also difficult to compress.

(Other states of Liquid)

Viscosity --The resistance of a liquid to flow is called its viscosity

Surface Tension -- The result of attraction between molecules of a liquid

which causes the surface of the liquid to act as a thin elastic film under
tension. Surface tension causes water to form spherical drops.

Vapor Pressure -- The pressure that a solid or liquid exerts when it is in

equilibrium with its vapor at a given temperature.

Boiling Point -- when vapor pressure = atmospheric pressure.

B. GAS

Gas molecules are in a state of random motion. They exhibit the

least intermolecular forces of attraction and hence gases lack a
definite shape. The intermolecular distances are very large due to
which the particles of gases are widely separated from each other.
The density and viscosity of a gas is less as compared to solids and
liquids.
One of the main characters of gases is that they fill a container of any
size or shape. Therefore, gas is everywhere! In fact, the gas that
surrounds the earth is called the atmosphere. The atoms of a gas are
really spread out and are full of energy. As a result, they are always
zipping around. A gas is matter in which the molecules are widely
separated, move around freely, and move at high speeds. Examples of
solids include the gases we breathe (nitrogen, oxygen, and others), the
helium in balloons, and steam (water vapor).

Gases are described by the Kinetic Theory of Gases. In this limit, gas
molecules have negligible size, have no appreciable intermolecular
forces, and are in continuous, random motion.

Gases have mean free paths that are larger than molecular
diameters, i.e. they are usually isolated but occasionally have
collisions

The state of a gas is universally, if approximately, described by the

Ideal Gas Equation of State.

C. PLASMA
The fourth state of matter is plasma. Plasma is an ionized gas, a gas into
which sufficient energy is provided to free electrons from atoms or
molecules and to allow both species, ions and electrons, to coexist. In
effect a plasma is a cloud of protons, neutrons and electrons where all
the electrons have come loose from their respective molecules and
atoms, giving the plasma the ability to act as a whole rather than as a
bunch of atoms. Plasmas are the most common state of matter in the
universe comprising more than 99% of our visible universe and most of
that not visible. Plasma occurs naturally and makes up the stuff of our
sun, the core of stars and occurs in quasars, x-ray beam emitting
pulsars, and supernovas. On earth, plasma is naturally occurring in
flames, lightning and the auroras. Most space plasmas have a very low
density, for example the Solar Wind which averages only 10 particles per
cubic-cm. Inter-particle collisions are unlikely - hence these plasmas are
termed collision less.

This phase of matter is very similar to gases, but the atoms are different
because they are made up of free elections and ions of the element. In
fact, these electrons and ions have little or no order which why they are
similar to gases. This is the most common phase of matter.

D. Definitions

Surface is the edge or boundary of a material.

Interface is the region of contact between two phases.
Surface Tension is the energy required to increase the surface area of a
liquid (or solid) by a unit amount.
Viscosity is the resistance to the flow of a liquid. Solids don't have
viscosity.
Cohesive Forces bind molecules of the same type together.

Adhesive Forces bind unlike molecules.

Kinetic Molecular Theory a gases describes a gas as a large number of

small particles (atoms or molecules), all of which are in constant, random
motion. The rapidly moving particles constantly collide with each other
and with the walls of the container.

Amorphous solids a solid in which there is no long-range order of the

positions of the atoms unlike those in crystalline solids.
 E. Pictures of ( Chemistry Graphics )

The simplest particle of an element the retains all of the properties of

that element is an ATOM. BELOW is a model for an Atom showing the
NEUTRONS and PROTONS in the NUCLEUS and the ELECTRONS moving
around the Nucleus. Neutrons have NO CHARGE, Protons have a
POSITIVE CHARGE, and Electrons have a NEGATIVE CHARGE. The
electrical charges of the electrons offset those of the protons, making
the Net Electrical Charge of an Atom ZERO.

BELOW shows a portion of the PERIODIC TABLE, All ELEMENTS are arranged on the
Chart. Among the information provided in the periodic table are the ATOMIC
NUMBER, the CHEMICAL NAME, CHEMICAL SYMBOL, and ATOMIC MASS.
BELOW show the THREE STATES OF MATTER - SOLID, LIQUID AND GAS,
using Water as an Example.
BELOW shows BOTH IONIC BONDING AND COVALENT BONDING.
BELOW shows how individual WATER MOLECULES are made by
COVALENT BONDING. One Oxygen Atom Share Electrons with TWO
Hydrogen Atoms. The Sharing of Electrons Between Two Atoms.
BELOW shows 2 pictures of how Table Salt is Formed by IONIC BONDING - The
Transfer of Electrons Between Two Atoms.
I-Summary

All material must exist in one of the three forms of mattera solid, a liquid,
or a gas. These are different physical states of being and each form has
implications for the substance in question.
 When we consider chemical substances most can exist in any of the three
states. Which state of matter is encountered depends upon the physical
conditions that they are being studied under. If the conditions are not
specified then standard temperature and pressure is assumed. As a result
of this it can be said that sodium chloride (table salt) is a solid. What in fact
should be said is that at a pressure of one atmosphere (1.013 x 105 Nm2 )
and a temperature of 273.15 K (32F or 0C) sodium chloride is a solid.
The three states of matter have different ways of responding to changes in
temperature and pressure. All three will show an increase in volume
(expansion) when the temperature is increased and a decrease in volume
(contraction) when the temperature is lowered. This effect is most
noticeable with a gas and least noticeable with a solid, with a liquid being
intermediate between the two extremes.
The difference between the states of matter is due to the differences
between the amounts of energy their molecules have. A solid has molecules
that are relatively immobile. All the molecules comprising a solid are in
close contact with their neighboring molecules. The molecules are not free
to move away from each other. This means that a solid has a definite shape
and definite volumes, neither of which change much as the conditions of the
environment alter. As the temperature increases the molecules are able to
vibrate more vigorously. As the temperature decreases the molecules move
more slowly and they become more aligned, this makes it easier for the
transmission of electricity, if the solid is a conductor.
A liquid is very similar to a solid in many respects. The molecules of a liquid
are also in close proximity to their neighbors. The liquid molecules are
vibrating faster than those of a solid. A liquid has a fixed volume although
its shape is not fixed; it will flow to take on the shape of its container. The
layers of molecules in a liquid are more capable of moving over each other.
When a gas is considered the situation is very different. Within a gas the
molecules have very high energy. The molecules of a gas are not touching
any of their neighbors and they are free to act independently. This allows a
gas to have neither a fixed volume nor shape. A gas will expand to fill the
container into which it is placed. The properties of a gas are described by a
series of equations known as the gas laws, these are Boyle's law, Charles's
law, and the constant volume law.

The theory by which the physical properties of the three states of matter is
explained by reference to the motion of the molecules making up the
material is known as the kinetic theory of matter.

When a solid changes into a liquid it is by a process called melting. When a

liquid changes into a gas it is by boiling. A gas changing to a liquid is
condensation and a liquid changing to a solid is freezing.
Some substances are capable of going directly from a solid to a gas, this is
a process known as sublimation.

The bonding that is present has a strong influence on the state of matter of
a material. Strong intermolecular forces, van der Waals forces, are
characteristic of a solid. It is these forces that strongly hold together the
molecules of a solid. With a liquid the molecules are also held closely
together by intermolecular forces, although not as strongly as in a solid.
The intermolecular forces in a liquid are not strong enough to keep the
molecules from slipping past one another. It is this characteristic that
makes the pouring of liquids a practicality. With solids the intermolecular
forces virtually lock the molecules in place. The molecules in a solid can
take up and retain a regular structure, a lattice. Kinetic energy has the
tendency to speed up the movement of particles and force them apart
whereas intermolecular forces tend to draw molecules together and stop
them from moving. The particles of a solid and a liquid are fairly close
together compared to those of a gas, and solids and liquids are called the
condensed states. By altering the kinetic energies, a solid can change to a
liquid and then to a gas. The kinetic energy that is applied in a situation
such as this has to be sufficient to overcome the various van deer Waals
forces that are in operation within the molecule.

I Activity Card Explanations

Direction: Read carefully the given questions and then write the
answer on the blanks provided.

1. The molecules are closely bound to one another by molecular forces.

A solid holds its shape and the volume of a solid are fixed by the shape
of the solid.
Ans. (osdil)

2The molecular forces are weaker than in a solid. It will take the
shape of its container with a free surface in a gravitational field.
In microgravity, it forms a ball inside a free surface.
 Ans. (iluqdi)

3. The molecular forces are very weak. It fills its container, taking
both the shape and the volume of the container.
Ans. (sag)

4. Boundary or edge of a material.

Ans (cefarus)

5. Resistance to the flow of a liquid. Solids don't have it.

Ans. (sivocsiyt)

6. A force that bind molecules of the same type together.

Ans.( hecovesi)

7. A theory that describes a gas as a large number of small particles all of which
are in constant, random motion. The rapidly moving particles constantly collide
with each other and with the walls of the container.
Ans. (citenik)

II Crossword Puzzle
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2 5

7 6

Enrichment Card

ACROSS:

1. The molecules are closely bound to one another by molecular

forces. A solid holds its shape and the volume of a solid are
fixed by the shape of the solid.

4 Boundary or edge of a material.

6. Bind molecules of the same type together.

7. A theory that describes a gas as a large number of small particles
all of which are in constant, random motion. The rapidly moving
particles constantly collide with each other and with the walls of the
container.

DOWN:

2 The molecular forces are weaker than in a solid. It will take the
shape of its container with a free surface in a gravitational field.
In microgravity, it forms a ball inside a free surface.

3 The molecular forces are very weak. It fills its container, taking
both the shape and the volume of the container.

5 Resistance to the flow of a liquid. Solids don't have it.

III- Jumbled
WordsASSESSMENT CARD

Direction: The words below are jumbled arrange it

correctly then write it on the space provided.

1. DILSO-_ _ _ _ _
2. UQILDI- _ _ _ _ _ _
3. SGA- _ _ _
4. LAPMSA- _ _ _ _ _ _
5. SRUCEAF- _ _ _ _ _ _ _
 6. VSICSOIYT- - _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
7. INOIC- _ _ _ _ _
8. COAVELTN- _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
9. MOELUCLRA- _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
10. MEATLILC- _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

V. Reference Card Websites:

en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Phase_(matter)

www.enchantedlearning.com/physics/Phasesofmatter.shtml

www.miamisci.org/af/sln/phases/index.html

itl.chem.ufl.edu/2045_s00/lectures/lec_f.html

students.ed.uiuc.edu/mrayon/phases.html

www.splung.com/content/sid/6/page/phasesofmatter

www.buzzle.com/articles/phases-of-matter.html

www.chem4kids.com/files/matter_states.html

www.yahoo.com

VI. Key Answers:

I Activity Card Explanations

1. Solid
2. Liquid
3. Gas
4. Surface
5. Viscosity
6. Cohesive
7. Kinetic

II Enrichment Card Crossword Puzzle

Across Down
1. Solid 2. Liquid
4. Surface 3. Gas
6. Cohesive 5. Viscosity
7. Kinetic

III- Assessment Card Jumbled Words

1. Solid
2. Liquid
3. Gas
4. Plasma
5. Surface
6. Viscosity
7. Ionic
8. Covalent
9 Molecular
10.Metallic
 GUIDECARD

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phases of matter which includes solid,
liquid, gas and plasma. By reading this,
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