Water Properties

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What is the chemical formula for water?

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H₂O

Front

Which end of a water molecule has a slight positive charge?

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The Hydrogen

Front

What property of water allows it to resist changes in temperature?

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High heat capacity.

Front

What is the term for the ability of water to move through a plant from roots to leaves?

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Capillary Action

Front

Which type of molecules cannot be dissolved by water?

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Nonpolar Compounds

Front

What is the term for water's ability to dissolve many substances?

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Universal Solvent

Front

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

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It helps regulate temperature in the environment.

Front

What is cohesion in relation to water?

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The attraction between water molecules.

Front

What is adhesion in relation to water?

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The attraction between water molecules and other substances.

Front

Why is water considered a polar molecule?

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It has a partial positive charge on one end and a partial negative charge on the other.