Water Properties Quiz

What is the boiling point of water at sea level?

• 0°C

• 4°C

• 100°C

• 273°C

At what temperature does water reach its maximum density?

• 0°C

• 4°C

• 100°C

• 273°C

How much does steam expand compared to water?

• 1,000 times

• 1,200 times

• 1,600 times

• 2,000 times

What happens to water at 0°C?

• It boils

• It reaches maximum density

• It freezes

• It expands by 4%

What is the significance of 4°C for water?

• Freezing point

• Boiling point

• Maximum density

• Minimum density

What is the temperature at which water boils at sea level in Kelvin?

• 100 K

• 273 K

• 373 K

• 473 K

What are the effects of water over time on materials?

• It will freeze them

• It will erode, corrode, and absorb them

• It will evaporate them

• It will solidify them

What is the source of energy for the water cycle?

• Sun

• Moon

• Wind

• Earth

What is the main function of infiltration in the water cycle?

• Water enters the soil

• Water evaporates into the air

• Water condenses into clouds

• Water flows over the surface

What happens to temporary hard water when it is heated to 65°C and above?

• It becomes acidic.

• It forms limescale (calcium carbonate).

• It evaporates completely.

• It turns into soft water.