
Properties of Water
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Biology
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9th Grade
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Hard
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What property of water allows it to be such a versatile solvent that it is often called the 'universal solvent'?
Back
Polarity and cohesion.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Which types of compounds dissolve easily in water?
Back
Polar and Ionic compounds.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What word describes when water is attracted to other substances?
Back
Adhesion.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What property of water helps to moderate Earth's temperature?
Back
Specific heat capacity.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Why do large bodies of water not quickly fluctuate in temperature?
Back
Water has a high heat capacity.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the term for the attraction between water molecules?
Back
Cohesion.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How does water's polarity affect its interactions with other molecules?
Back
Water's polarity allows it to interact with and dissolve other polar and ionic substances.
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