Study Guide Test 3 Hydrosphere

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What is the reason large bodies of water, such as lakes and oceans, do not quickly fluctuate in temperature?

Back

Water has a high specific heat capacity.

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Why is water considered a universal solvent?

Back

Because it dissolves most substances.

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What term describes the attraction of water to other substances?

Back

Adhesion.

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What type of pollution can be traced back to a specific point of origin?

Back

Point Source Pollution.

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What is the term for the phenomenon where water molecules are attracted to each other?

Back

Cohesion.

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What is capillary action?

Back

The ability of water to flow in narrow spaces without the assistance of external forces.

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What is surface tension in water?

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The cohesive force between water molecules at the surface, allowing it to resist external force.

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

Back

It helps regulate temperature in the environment and organisms.

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What happens to water when it freezes?

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It expands and becomes less dense, allowing ice to float.

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What is non-point source pollution?

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Pollution that cannot be traced back to a single source, often resulting from runoff.