Water Properties

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What is the independent variable in an experiment?

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The independent variable is the one that the experimenter is testing or manipulating.

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Why is water called the 'universal solvent'?

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Water is called the 'universal solvent' because of its polarity, which allows it to dissolve many substances.

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

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Water exhibits cohesive behavior, which helps it move through plants.

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What is a solute?

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A solute is a substance that gets dissolved in a solution, such as salt or sugar.

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What is capillary action?

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Capillary action is the process by which water moves up the thin walls of a tube in a plant.

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What is polarity in relation to water?

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Polarity refers to the distribution of electrical charge around water molecules, making them attract other molecules.

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What is cohesion in water?

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Cohesion is the property of water that allows water molecules to stick to each other.

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What is adhesion in water?

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Adhesion is the property of water that allows it to stick to other substances.

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What is surface tension?

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Surface tension is the cohesive force at the surface of water that makes it behave like a stretched elastic membrane.

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What is high heat capacity?

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High heat capacity is the ability of water to absorb and retain heat without a significant change in temperature.