Flashcardizz - Review: Properties of Water

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What is the property of water that allows one water molecule to stick to other water molecules?

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Cohesion: This property enables water molecules to attract each other, resulting in surface tension.

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What is the chemical symbol of water?

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H2O: This indicates that each water molecule is composed of two hydrogen atoms and one oxygen atom.

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What is polarity in water molecules?

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Polarity: Water molecules have a partial positive charge on the hydrogen atoms and a partial negative charge on the oxygen atom, leading to unique properties.

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What is adhesion in the context of water?

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Adhesion: This property allows water molecules to stick to other substances, which is important for processes like capillary action.

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What is capillary action?

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Capillary Action: The ability of water to move through narrow spaces against gravity, due to cohesion and adhesion.

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What is the significance of hydrogen bonds in water?

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Hydrogen Bonds: These weak bonds between water molecules are responsible for many of water's unique properties, including its high specific heat.

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What is specific heat?

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Specific Heat: The amount of heat required to raise the temperature of a substance; water has a high specific heat, allowing it to moderate temperature changes.

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Why is water known as the universal solvent?

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

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What role does water's cohesion play in plants?

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Cohesion in Plants: It helps in the transport of water from roots to leaves through the process of transpiration.

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What is the role of water in temperature regulation?

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Temperature Regulation: Water's high specific heat allows it to absorb and release heat slowly, helping to stabilize temperatures in the environment.