Question

properties of matter / states of matter

1. define kinetic theory (reference states of matter)

hydrological cycles of h₂o
(reference properties of matter)
fill-in the blanks – if it’s: evaporation, sublimation, precipitation,
condensation, runoff or transpiration.

1. __________ – the collection of the water vapor in the air

when it rises; sometimes collecting on windows or bathroom mirrors; forming
fog and clouds low to the ground or in the mountains.

1. __________ – water ‘disappears;’ liquid changes to

vapors due to heat

1. __________ – condensed water vapors becoming dense; falling

down as rain or snow

1. __________ – ice water directly converting into water

vapors; ice becoming smaller in the freezer

1. __________ – water flowing over the surface or

underneath the surface of the earth.

1. __________ – from precipitation, the water is absorbed

into the soil and plants.

Explanation:

Question 20:

Kinetic Theory (in the context of States of Matter) states that all matter is composed of tiny particles (atoms, molecules, or ions) that are in constant, random motion. The kinetic energy of these particles determines the state of matter (solid, liquid, gas), and the interactions (attractive forces) between particles also play a role. For example, in solids, particles vibrate in fixed positions; in liquids, they move more freely but are still close; in gases, they move rapidly and are far apart.

The description matches condensation. Condensation is the process where water vapor (gas) cools and changes back into liquid water. When water vapor rises, it cools, and the vapor molecules come together (condense) to form liquid droplets, which can collect on surfaces (like windows/mirrors) or form fog/clouds.

The description of water "disappearing" as liquid changes to vapor due to heat is evaporation. Evaporation is the process of a liquid turning into a gas (vapor) at the surface, usually because of heat energy (like from the sun or a heat source) that gives liquid water molecules enough energy to escape into the air as vapor.

Answer:

Kinetic Theory (in States of Matter context) states all matter is made of tiny, constantly moving particles (atoms/molecules/ions); particle motion (kinetic energy) and inter - particle forces determine matter's state (solid: particles vibrate in place; liquid: particles move more freely but are close; gas: particles move rapidly, far apart).

Question 21: