CAIE IGCSE Physics 2.1.1 States of Matter Topic Practice

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Covered syllabus points

2.1.1.1—Distinguishing properties of solids2.1.1.2—Terms for the changes in state between

Question 1

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A sample of a substance has a shape that is determined by its container.
What are the possible states of this sample?

A

gas, liquid and solid

B

gas and liquid only

C

gas and solid only

D

solid and liquid only

Question 2

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In which process does a gas turn into a liquid?

A

boiling

B

condensing

C

freezing

D

melting

Question 3

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Fig. 4.1 shows a liquid-in-glass thermometer without a temperature scale. The liquid inside the thermometer has a melting point of −39∘C-39^{\circ} \mathrm{C}.

A scientist is measuring temperatures at the South Pole. These temperatures have a minimum value of −90∘C-90^{\circ} \mathrm{C}.

State why the liquid used in the thermometer in Fig. 4.1 would not be suitable for this scientist.

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