E 1.1 Properties of Water

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Water is called the __________________ because so many substances dissolve in it.

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Universal Solvent

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A group of atoms chemically bonded together.

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Molecule

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A molecule that acts like a magnet ... one side positive, the other negative.

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Polar Molecule

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When water molecules sticks to other water molecules.

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Cohesion

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When water molecules stick to other substances.

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Adhesion

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The tightness across the top of water - causes polar molecules to pull together.

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Surface Tension

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The movement of water through materials with pores inside.

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Capillary Action

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The energy required to change water from liquid to vapor.

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Specific Heat

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Temperature required for water to reach boiling point.

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212 F / 100 C

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How close water molecules are to one another - compactness.

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Density