Properties of Water

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What causes water to have a high surface tension?

Back

Polarity of water molecules leads to strong hydrogen bonding, resulting in high surface tension.

Front

Why is water called the Universal Solvent?

Back

Water's polarity allows it to dissolve many ionic and polar substances, making it an effective solvent.

Front

What property of water allows it to dissolve many other molecules?

Back

Solvent power, due to its polarity, enables water to dissolve various substances.

Front

What contributes to the surface tension of water?

Back

Cohesion among water molecules, caused by hydrogen bonds, contributes to surface tension.

Front

What property of water helps it defy gravity in plants?

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Adhesion allows water to stick to plant surfaces, aiding in capillary action.

Front

Define cohesion in the context of water.

Back

Cohesion is the attraction between water molecules, which helps maintain surface tension.

Front

Define adhesion in the context of water.

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Adhesion is the attraction between water molecules and other substances, aiding in processes like capillary action.

Front

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

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Water can absorb and store large amounts of heat, helping to regulate temperature in environments.

Front

Explain the term 'polarity' as it relates to water.

Back

Polarity refers to the distribution of electrical charge in water molecules, leading to positive and negative ends.

Front

What role do hydrogen bonds play in water's properties?

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Hydrogen bonds contribute to water's high surface tension, heat capacity, and solvent abilities.