Properties of Water Flashcard 2024

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What is the significance of water being the only substance that exists in all three states of matter?

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It means life on earth is tied to water.

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Which property of water allows it to stabilize temperatures effectively? Options: High specific heat, Low density, Cohesion, Adhesion

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High specific heat

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Why does ice float on water?

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Water expands when frozen.

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What is the role of hydrogen bonds in water?

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They enable water molecules to stick together.

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How does cohesion affect water movement in plants?

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It helps water molecules stick together.

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What is transpiration in plants?

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The release of water vapor from leaves.

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specific heat

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The amount of heat required to change water's temperature.

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Why is evaporative cooling important for living organisms?

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It helps maintain body temperature.

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What is a hydrophilic substance?

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A substance that dissolves in water.

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What happens to the pH of a solution when an acid is added?

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The pH decreases.