Properties of Water

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What is Surface Tension?

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The property of the surface of a liquid that allows it to resist an external force, due to the cohesive nature of its molecules.

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What is the Meniscus?

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The curve at the surface of a liquid in a container, which can be observed when measuring liquid volume.

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What type of bond does a water molecule have?

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Polar Covalent Bond.

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What is Capillary Action?

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The ability of a liquid to flow in narrow spaces without the assistance of external forces, often observed in plants.

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What is the freezing point of water?

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0 degrees Celsius.

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What is Cohesion?

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The attraction between molecules of the same substance, which in water leads to surface tension.

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What is Adhesion?

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The attraction between molecules of different substances, which allows water to stick to other materials.

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What is Polarity in water molecules?

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Water molecules have a partial positive charge on one side and a partial negative charge on the other, making them polar.

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What is an example of Capillary Action?

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Water being absorbed by a sponge.

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What happens to water when it freezes?

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It expands and becomes less dense, which is why ice floats.