Water Molecule Model Building

Front

What is the property of like molecules sticking together?

Back

Cohesion

Front

What percent of the average human body is water by volume?

Back

70%

Front

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

Back

Covalent

Front

Why is water known as the greatest solvent on Earth?

Back

Because of its ability to dissolve so many substances.

Front

What is the property called when dissimilar molecules stick together?

Back

Adhesion

Front

Define cohesion in the context of water molecules.

Back

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

Front

Define adhesion in the context of water and other substances.

Back

Adhesion is the attraction between water molecules and different substances, allowing water to spread on surfaces.

Front

What is the molecular formula of water?

Back

H2O

Front

Explain why water has a high specific heat capacity.

Back

Water's high specific heat capacity is due to hydrogen bonding, which requires more energy to change its temperature.

Front

What is polarity in a water molecule?

Back

Polarity refers to the distribution of electrical charge in a water molecule, making it partially positive and partially negative.