Properties of Water

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What is a polar molecule?

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A molecule that has an opposite electrical charge on each end, such as water.

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Which end of the water molecule has a slightly positive charge?

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The hydrogen end.

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What is the reason large bodies of water do not quickly fluctuate in temperature?

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Water has a high heat capacity.

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What is adhesion in the context of water?

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The ability of water to stick to other substances.

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Why is water considered a universal solvent?

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Because it dissolves most substances.

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What is cohesion in relation to water?

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The tendency of water molecules to stick to each other.

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What property of water allows it to float when frozen?

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Water expands when it freezes, making ice less dense than liquid water.

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What is the significance of water's high heat of vaporization?

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It allows organisms to cool down through processes like sweating.

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How does water's polarity affect its solvent properties?

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The polarity allows water to surround and separate ions and polar molecules.

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What is the role of water in temperature regulation for living organisms?

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Water's high specific heat helps maintain stable temperatures in organisms.