Properties of Water

Properties of Water

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Biology

9th - 12th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is hydrogen bonding?

Back

A weak attraction between a hydrogen atom covalently bonded to an electronegative atom and another electronegative atom.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is cohesive behavior in water?

Back

The tendency of water molecules to stick to each other due to hydrogen bonding, which allows water to form droplets and enables surface tension.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is adhesive strength in water?

Back

The ability of water molecules to stick to other substances, which helps in processes like capillarity.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Why does ice float on water?

Back

Ice is less dense than liquid water due to the arrangement of water molecules in a solid state.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is specific heat?

Back

The amount of heat required to raise the temperature of a substance by one degree Celsius.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Why is water's high specific heat important for life?

Back

It helps regulate temperature in environments, preventing drastic temperature changes that could harm living organisms.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is heat capacity?

Back

The ability of a substance to absorb heat without a significant change in temperature.

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