Exploring Water's Unique Properties

What did Cadance and Jacob notice about the insects near the shore?

• They could jump very high.

• They could swim underwater.

• They could walk on water.

• They could fly over the water.

Why does ice float in tea, according to Cadance's father?

• Because ice is colder than tea.

• Because tea is denser than water.

• Because of the unique properties of water.

• Because ice is lighter than tea.

What is the average daily water usage of an American?

• 106 gallons

• 50 gallons

• 200 gallons

• 3 gallons

What percentage of Earth's water is freshwater?

• 70%

• 30%

• 3%

• 10%

What is the chemical formula for water?

• H2O

• CH4

• CO2

• H2O2

What causes water molecules to be polar?

• Equal sharing of electrons

• Unequal sharing of electrons

• High temperature

• Presence of carbon atoms

In which state does water have a definite shape?

• Liquid

• Solid

• Plasma

• Gas

What property of water allows it to stick to other substances?

• Solvent

• Specific heat

• Cohesion

• Adhesion

Why is water considered the universal solvent?

• It has a definite shape.

• It is found in all three states of matter.

• It has a high specific heat.

• It can dissolve many different substances.

What percentage of the human body is made up of water?

• 60%

• 70%

• 50%

• 30%