CB Chem in Bio Rxns and Water #2

Front

What is the boiling point of water?

Back

100° C

Front

What property of water allows it to move from the roots to the leaves of plants?

Back

Cohesive behavior.

Front

In a basic solution, which ion is more present?

Back

OH-

Front

Why is water called the "universal solvent"?

Back

Due to its polarity and cohesion.

Front

Why do oil and water not mix?

Back

Oil is hydrophobic.

Front

Define hydrophilic.

Back

Substances that attract water and can dissolve in it.

Front

Define hydrophobic.

Back

Substances that repel water and do not mix with it.

Front

What is polarity in the context of water?

Back

Polarity refers to the distribution of electrical charge, leading to a partial positive charge on hydrogen and a partial negative charge on oxygen.

Front

What is cohesion in water?

Back

Cohesion is the attraction between water molecules, allowing them to stick together.

Front

What is adhesion in water?

Back

Adhesion is the attraction between water molecules and other substances.