1aStates of matter

Syllabus objectives

• 1.1understand the three states of matter in terms of the arrangement, movement and energy of the particles
• 1.2understand the interconversions between the three states of matter in terms of: • the names of the interconversions • how they are achieved • the changes in arrangement, movement and energy of the particles.
• 1.3understand how the results of experiments involving the dilution of coloured solutions and diffusion of gases can be explained
• 1.4know what is meant by the terms: • solvent • solute • solution • saturated solution.
• 1.5know what is meant by the term solubility in the units g per 100 g of solventSeparate Chemistry only
• 1.6understand how to plot and interpret solubility curvesSeparate Chemistry only
• 1.7practical: investigate the solubility of a solid in water at a specific temperatureSeparate Chemistry onlyPractical