Original Project
Atoms, Molecules, and States of Matter
Item AM028003: When a substance changes from a liquid to a solid, the molecules of the substance connect more strongly to one another.
When a substance changes from a liquid to a solid, which of the following is TRUE?
- The molecules of the substance get heavier.
- The molecules of the substance change shape.
- The molecules of the substance change from soft to hard.
- The molecules of the substance connect more strongly to one another.
- Distribution of Responses
- Students Responding Correctly
| Group | Correct | Total | Percent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 2065 | 4140 | 50% |
| Grades | |||
| 6–8 | 1131 | 2583 | 44% |
| 9–12 | 929 | 1546 | 60% |
| Gender | |||
| Male | 1027 | 2031 | 51% |
| Female | 1020 | 2063 | 49% |
| Primary Language | |||
| English | 1852 | 3664 | 51% |
| Other | 168 | 392 | 43% |