Properties of Water

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What is the reason large bodies of water do not quickly fluctuate in temperature?

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Water has a high heat capacity.

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What is a solvent?

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The substance that does the dissolving in a solution.

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What characteristic of water is shown by its ability to form hydrogen bonds?

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Polarity.

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What is a solute?

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The substance that is dissolved into the solution.

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Why does ice float on water?

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As water freezes, it expands and its density decreases.

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What is cohesion in the context of water?

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The attraction between water molecules due to hydrogen bonding.

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What is adhesion in the context of water?

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The attraction between water molecules and other substances.

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What is the significance of water being a versatile solvent?

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It can dissolve many substances, making it essential for biological processes.

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How does water's high heat capacity benefit aquatic life?

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It helps maintain stable temperatures in aquatic environments.

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What is the pH scale, and how does it relate to water?

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The pH scale measures acidity or alkalinity; pure water is neutral at pH 7.