Properties of Water

Front

What is the term for the attraction between water molecules?

Back

Cohesion

Front

What unique property of water allows ice to float on liquid water?

Back

Water expands and becomes less dense when it freezes.

Front

What is the process called that allows water to move from the roots to the leaves of plants?

Back

Capillary action

Front

Why is water considered a universal solvent?

Back

It dissolves more substances than anything else.

Front

What is the term for the attraction of water molecules to other substances?

Back

Adhesion

Front

What is the significance of water's high specific heat capacity?

Back

It helps regulate temperature in the environment and organisms.

Front

How does water's polarity contribute to its solvent properties?

Back

Water's polarity allows it to interact with and dissolve ionic and polar substances.

Front

What is surface tension in water, and why does it occur?

Back

Surface tension is the cohesive force at the surface of water, caused by the attraction between water molecules.

Front

What role does water play in temperature regulation for living organisms?

Back

Water's high specific heat capacity helps maintain stable internal temperatures.

Front

How does the density of water change as it freezes?

Back

Water becomes less dense as it freezes, allowing ice to float.