Chapter 13.1, Problem 10SSC

To determine

To Compare: Liquids, gases, and plasmas.

Explanation of Solution

Introduction:Anything that takes up space and has mass is defined as a matter. Plasma, gases, liquids, and solids are 4 natural states of matter.

Liquid is a matter that has a definite volume but not a definite shape. So, particles in it are completely free to flow.

Gas is a matter thathas neitherdefinite volume nor a definite shape.

Like gas, plasma has no definite volume and a definite shape but it can respond to magnetism and conduct electricity.

Comparison between liquids, gases, and plasmas is mentioned below:

Liquid	Gas	Plasma
Not a fixed shape	Not a fixed shape	Not a fixed shape
Mid to high density.	Low density	Low density
Has definite volume	Has no definite volume	Has no definite volume
Free to flow	Free to flow	Free to flow
Usually cannot be compressed.	Can be compressed.	Can be compressed.
Rarely electrically conductive.	Not electrically conductive.	Electrically conductive.
When energy is added, evaporation process will start.	When energy is added, Ionization process will start.	N/A
When energy is removed, freezing process will start.	When energy is removed, condensation process will start.	When energy is removed, deionization process will start.

Conclusion: Liquids, gases, and plasmas are not same.