Chemistry · Science General

States of Matter

2,382 Questions

States of matter questions explore physical changes, evaporation, phase transitions, and the properties of liquids and gases. Topics cover density, cryosurgery, heavy water, and electrolytes. This foundational chemistry topic frequently appears in general science sections of SSC and railway exams.

Phase change mechanismsEvaporation and temperature effectsProperties of liquidsPhysical versus chemical changesElectrolytes and heavy water

States of Matter Questions

Multiple choice
  1. CO2 gas

  2. O2 gas

  3. Distilled water

  4. Water vapours

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Lime water is a saturated solution of calcium hydroxide Ca(OH)2 produced by mixing hydrated lime with water.It turns milky by CO2  gas 

Multiple choice
  1. coolants

  2. sterilants

  3. solvents

  4. filling in balloons

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

CFCs are not used for filling balloons.The most common gas used to fill a balloon is helium, which will make it float.

Multiple choice
  1. the density of milk decreases

  2. the density of milk increases

  3. the density of milk remains unchanged

  4. it becomes more viscous

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Milk is an emulsion of fat globules in water. Cream has a lower density than skimmed milk, so when cream is removed, the remaining milk has a higher proportion of denser components, increasing its overall density.

Multiple choice
  1. suspension

  2. gel

  3. colloid

  4. None of these

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Milk is a colloid because it consists of microscopic fat globules dispersed in a water-based liquid, and these particles do not settle out over time.

Multiple choice
  1. 1/5

  2. 3/5

  3. 2/5

  4. 4/5

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The human body is composed of approximately 60% water, which is equivalent to 3/5 of the total body mass. This water is essential for various physiological processes and cellular functions.

Multiple choice
  1. Chopping onions

  2. Exploding a fire cracker

  3. Melting of ice

  4. Boiling alcohol

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Physical property: chopping and melting and boiling point is associated with a phase change. It describes an inherent characteristic of alcohol and ice. Chemical change involves a chemical reaction. At least one new substance is formed.

Multiple choice
  1. ice

  2. water vapour

  3. matter

  4. substance

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Water vapour is the gaseous state of water. Ice is the solid state, while matter and substance are general terms for physical materials.

Multiple choice
  1. A gas is dispersed in a liquid

  2. A gas is dispersed in a solid

  3. A liquid is dispersed in a gas

  4. A liquid is dispersed in the liquid

  5. None of these

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

This option is correct because emulsion is colloidal dispersion in which both dispersed phase and dispersion medium are liquid.

Multiple choice
  1. Petroleum

  2. Mercury

  3. Petrol

  4. Kerosene

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Petroleum is commonly referred to as Black Gold due to its immense economic value and dark, viscous appearance. It serves as the primary source for many fuels and chemicals.

Multiple choice
  1. Petroleum

  2. Mercury

  3. Petrol

  4. Kerosene

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Kerosene is a hydrocarbon liquid that is less dense than water, which is why it floats on the surface. Petroleum and petrol also have lower densities than water, but kerosene is the standard answer in this context.

Multiple choice
  1. liquids

  2. gases

  3. solids

  4. matter

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

All around us are substances that are made of matter. Matter has mass and occupies some space. Different kinds of substances are made up of different matter. Matter can be thus be classified in many ways. Two basic classifications of matter are based on its physical and chemical properties. The physical classification of matter shows its physical appearance that describe the shape, hardness, softness, melting and boiling points. The chemical classification of matter shows the ability of the matter to change its composition to form new substances.

Multiple choice
  1. great increase in length

  2. increase in volume

  3. increase in length and breadth on heating

  4. all of these

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

When a solid is in the form of a Lamina, its length and breadth increases on heating. Hence, its area also increases. This is known as the superficial expansion.

Multiple choice
  1. it has density greater than water

  2. it has density lesser than water

  3. water has high specific heat capacity

  4. density of ice & water is same

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Ice has a relative density of 0.92. When ninety-two volumes of water at 4oC is frozen, it will expand to hundred volumes. Thus, ice is lighter than water and hence it floats on water.