Properties and Structure of Water

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What is a water molecule made of?

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A water molecule consists of 2 hydrogen atoms and 1 oxygen atom.

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What does volume measure in science?

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Volume measures how much room something takes up.

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What is adhesion in relation to water?

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Adhesion is when water tends to spread out to get as much water as possible close to other surfaces, like metal.

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What happens when electrical energy is applied to water?

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Electrical energy creates gas in water, which makes bubbles.

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What is cohesion in relation to water?

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Cohesion is the attraction between water molecules that makes them stick together.

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What is the boiling point of water?

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The boiling point of water is 100 degrees Celsius (212 degrees Fahrenheit) at sea level.

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What is the freezing point of water?

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The freezing point of water is 0 degrees Celsius (32 degrees Fahrenheit).

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What is surface tension?

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Surface tension is the property of water that allows it to form a 'skin' on its surface due to cohesion.

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What is the importance of water in living organisms?

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Water is essential for life; it helps transport nutrients, regulate temperature, and is involved in many biochemical reactions.

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What is the difference between a solid, liquid, and gas in terms of water?

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Water can exist as a solid (ice), liquid (water), or gas (water vapor) depending on temperature and pressure.