#science/y10/chemistry


The particle model


  • Matter is made of tiny particles
  • There is space between the particles
  • The particles are in constant motion
  • There are forces between the particles
Property for comparisonSolidLiquidGas
ShapeHas a fixed shapeCan change its form, not fixedNot fixed, no shape
Particle bondsVery strongStro ngWeak
Particle spacingTightly packedSmall amount of spaceLarge amount of space
Particle movementSlowFastFaster