Effects of Heat

Thermal expansion is greater for solids that liquids.

Thermal expansion is greater for liquids than solids, and it is maximum in gases.

When heat is added to a substance, the molecules gain energy and vibrate and force other molecules apart. As a result, thermal _____ takes place.

When _____ energy is added to a substance, the molecules gain energy and vibrate and force other molecules apart. As a result, expansion takes place.