Water Properties

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What is the term for water's ability to defy gravity and climb up a tube?

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Capillary Action

Front

What is the molecular structure of water, H₂O?

Back

Water is composed of two hydrogen atoms covalently bonded to one oxygen atom, forming a bent shape.

Front

Which part of a water molecule has a positive charge?

Back

The Hydrogen atoms have a positive charge.

Front

What is the independent variable in an experiment testing the effect of salinity on anchovy populations?

Back

Level of salinity in a given area.

Front

What kind of molecule is water?

Back

Water is a Polar molecule.

Front

What property of water allows it to have a high specific heat?

Back

Water's hydrogen bonding allows it to absorb and retain heat.

Front

What is the term for water's ability to dissolve many substances?

Back

Universal Solvent.

Front

What is surface tension in water?

Back

Surface tension is the cohesive force at the surface of water that allows it to resist external force.

Front

What is the significance of water's density being highest at 4°C?

Back

This property allows ice to float on water, providing insulation for aquatic life.

Front

What is the pH level of pure water?

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The pH level of pure water is 7, which is neutral.