Learning Goal 1
Learning Goal 1: I can compare and contrast the the particle structure and physical properties of solids, liquids, and gases.
Learning Criteria
1. I have memorized and can verbally describe and write out the definitions of the following terms: matter,
particle, compressibility, attractive forces, and temperature.
For example: Given the term "matter", I am able to say and write "Matter is anything with mass and volume".
2. I have memorized and can verbally describe and write out the following properties of solids, liquids, and
gases: particle arrangement, shape in a container, volume in a container, compressibility of particles,
strength of attractive forces between particles, motion of particles, and energy of particles.
For example: If asked to describe the particle arrangement of a solid, I am able to say and write "The
particles of a solid are tightly packed together".
3. I am able to determine whether the state of a substance is a solid, liquid, or gas from a description of its
properties.
For example: If I am told that a substance has particles that are widely spaced, in constant motion, and are
easily compressed, I am able to conclude that the substance is a gas.
particle, compressibility, attractive forces, and temperature.
For example: Given the term "matter", I am able to say and write "Matter is anything with mass and volume".
2. I have memorized and can verbally describe and write out the following properties of solids, liquids, and
gases: particle arrangement, shape in a container, volume in a container, compressibility of particles,
strength of attractive forces between particles, motion of particles, and energy of particles.
For example: If asked to describe the particle arrangement of a solid, I am able to say and write "The
particles of a solid are tightly packed together".
3. I am able to determine whether the state of a substance is a solid, liquid, or gas from a description of its
properties.
For example: If I am told that a substance has particles that are widely spaced, in constant motion, and are
easily compressed, I am able to conclude that the substance is a gas.
Learning Resources
Matter and Measurement Chemistry Booklet: pp 5-11
(Student has a hard copy)
Video Tutorials:
Sapling - States of Matter
States of Matter - Mr Lehan
States of Matter - MrFieldsChem
Online Textbook: pp 80 - 82
hs.saplinglearning.com
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