Properties of Water

What is the main reason for the high specific heat of water?

• Hydrogen bonding

• Ionic bonding

• Covalent bonding

• Metallic bonding

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How does cohesion affect the surface tension of water?

• It decreases surface tension

• It increases surface tension

• It has no effect on surface tension

• It eliminates surface tension

What is the primary cause of cohesion in water molecules?

• Hydrogen bonds

• Ionic bonds

• Covalent bonds

• Metallic bonds

Which of the following is a direct result of cohesion in water?

• Water's high boiling point

• Water's ability to dissolve salt

• Water's surface tension

• Water's color

What type of molecule is water?

• Nonpolar

• Polar

• Ionic

• Metallic

What is the overall shape of a water molecule?

• Linear

• Bent

• Tetrahedral

• Square

What is the molecular formula for water?

• H2O

• CO2

• O2

• H2

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What charge is indicated near the hydrogen atom in the diagram?

• Positive (+)

• Negative (-)

• Neutral

• Double positive (++)

Which of the following best describes the concept of cohesion?

• Molecules sticking to different substances

• Molecules repelling each other

• Molecules sticking to the same substance

• Molecules evaporating

Which of the following scenarios demonstrates cohesion?

• A spider walking on water

• A leaf floating on water

• A stone sinking in water

• A fish swimming in water