Properties of Water

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What is a heterogeneous mixture?

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A mixture where the components are not uniformly distributed, and different substances can be seen, such as oil and water.

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What is a homogeneous mixture?

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A mixture where the components are uniformly distributed, and the mixture appears the same throughout, such as saltwater.

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What is surface tension?

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The cohesive force between liquid molecules at the surface, allowing objects to float or insects to walk on water.

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What is capillary action?

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The ability of water to move through narrow spaces against gravity, important for water transport in plants.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

NGSS.MS-LS2-3

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What is cohesion?

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The attraction between molecules of the same substance, such as water molecules sticking together.

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What is adhesion?

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The attraction between molecules of different substances, such as water molecules sticking to a glass surface.

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How does water's polarity affect its properties?

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Water's polarity allows it to dissolve many substances, making it a universal solvent.

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What role does gravity play in water movement?

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Gravity pulls water downwards, affecting how water moves through soil and plant roots.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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Why do ice cubes float in water?

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

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What is the significance of water being a universal solvent?

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Water can dissolve more substances than any other liquid, making it essential for biological processes.