Lesson 5: Kinetic Theory of Matter

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Activity 1

Choose the correct characteristics for these particles and write them in the
spaces provided.

Solid

Liquids

Gas

Particles are packed closely Particles can move freely

together

Highest energy content Particles are loosely packed

Strong forces between Particles have no fixed

particles arrangement
Activity 2

Fill in the blanks with the correct answers.

vibrate velocity constant motion

Kinetic energy constantly collide solid

According to the Kinetic Theory of Matter, the particles possess __________.

They are in ______________ and ______________ against each other. The

______________ of particles is different. ______________ particles are packed

closely together in an orderly manner. The particles can only ____________ and

rotate in their fixed position.