Properties of Water
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Biology
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9th - 12th Grade
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Hard
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the molecular formula for water?
Back
H₂O
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What property of water is responsible for the attraction between water molecules?
Back
Hydrogen bonds
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What phenomenon allows water to travel up the stem of a plant?
Back
Capillary action
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Why can water dissolve ionic compounds like NaCl?
Back
Water molecules have partially charged ends that interact with ions.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the term for the force that causes water to form a 'skin' on its surface?
Back
Surface tension
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the significance of water's high specific heat?
Back
It helps regulate temperature in the environment.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is polarity in relation to water molecules?
Back
Water molecules have a partial positive charge on one side and a partial negative charge on the other.
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