RC: Life and the Molecular and Cellular Level (2a)

Front

What is the attraction between molecules of the same substance called?

Back

Cohesion

Front

True or False: A base is a compound that releases H+ ions when in a solution.

Back

False

Front

What are the unique properties of water?

Back

Polarity, Adhesion, Cohesion, Heat Capacity

Front

When salt is mixed with water, what is salt considered?

Back

Solute

Front

What is the force of attraction between molecules of two different substances?

Back

Adhesion

Front

What is the term for a substance that dissolves in a solvent?

Back

Solute

Front

What is the term for the ability of water to stick to other substances?

Back

Adhesion

Front

What property of water allows it to absorb a lot of heat before increasing in temperature?

Back

Heat Capacity

Front

What is the term for the measure of acidity or basicity of a solution?

Back

pH scale

Front

What is the term for the attraction between molecules of different substances?

Back

Adhesion