Properties of Water and Acids and Bases review

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What is the pH level of a base?

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A base has a pH more than 7.

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What is cohesion in relation to water?

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Cohesion is when water molecules stick to each other.

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What is the pH level of an acid?

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An acid has a pH less than 7.

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What does cohesive mean?

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Cohesive means the water molecules stick to each other.

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What is surface tension?

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Surface tension is the tightness across the surface of water that enables objects like paper clips to float.

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What is adhesion in relation to water?

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Adhesion is when water molecules stick to other surfaces.

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What is capillary action?

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Capillary action is the ability of water to flow in narrow spaces without the assistance of external forces.

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What is polarity in water?

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Polarity refers to the distribution of electrical charge over the atoms joined by the bond.

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What happens to water molecules when they freeze?

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When water freezes, the molecules become less dense and form a crystalline structure.

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

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Water's high specific heat allows it to absorb a lot of heat before changing temperature, helping to regulate climate.