Phases and Phase Changes
The Phases Solid Liquid Gas Plasma ColdestHottest
Properties of Phases PhaseAre the molecules rigid, or do they flow? Is the shape indeterminate (flows) or defined (stuck)? Solid RigidDefined Liquid, Gas, and Plasma FlowIndeterminate
Phase Changes
(Boiling and Evaporation)
Phase Changes
Energy during a Phase Change Example) Water Freezes (liquid to solid) at 0 o C Stays constant at 0 o C during freezing
Energy during a Phase Change Example) Water Melts (solid to liquid) at 0 o C Stays constant at 0 o C during melting
Energy during a Phase Change Example) Water Boils (liquid to gas) at 100 o C Stays constant at 100 o C during boiling
Phase Changes In summary: During a phase change, the temperature is CONSTANT!!!