Water Molecule Model Building

Front

What type of bond is between the one oxygen atom and the two hydrogen atoms in a water molecule?

Back

Covalent bond.

Front

A molecule with an uneven distribution of charge is known as a ______ molecule.

Back

Polar molecule.

Front

__________ is the property of like molecules sticking together.

Back

Cohesion.

Front

The average human body is what percent water by volume?

Back

70%.

Front

Why do the electrons spend a greater amount of time on the oxygen side of the molecule?

Back

Because oxygen has 8 protons and hydrogen only has 1 proton.

Front

What is the chemical formula for water?

Back

H2O.

Front

What is the term for the attraction between different types of molecules?

Back

Adhesion.

Front

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

Back

It helps regulate temperature in organisms and environments.

Front

What is the term for the process by which water molecules stick to other surfaces?

Back

Adhesion.

Front

What is the effect of water's polarity on its solvent properties?

Back

Water is a universal solvent, meaning it can dissolve many substances.