Why does ice float?
Properties of Water

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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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As water freezes, it expands and its density decreases.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Which end of the water molecule has a slightly positive charge? Options: the oxygen end, the hydrogen end, both ends are slightly positive, neither end is positive
Back
the hydrogen end
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Why is water considered a universal solvent?
Back
Dissolves most substances
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Which of the following is LEAST likely to dissolve in water? Options: nonpolar fats and oils, polar sugar molecules, salt made of a positive sodium ion and a negative chloride ion, all of the substances will dissolve easily in water
Back
nonpolar fats and oils
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Large bodies of water, such as lakes and oceans, do not quickly fluctuate in temperature. What is the reason for this phenomenon?
Back
Water has a high heat capacity.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Why can small insects walk across the surface of calm water?
Back
The insects are light enough so that they do not break the hydrogen bonds holding the water molecules together.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
The tightness across the surface of water that enables paper clips to float is ____________.
Back
surface tension
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