Water as a Universal Solvent

Front

Which property of water makes it possible for Lucy to make lemonade by adding sugar and lemon juice to a glass of water?

Back

Water is a good solvent for many substances.

Front

Why is water known as a ‘universal solvent’?

Back

Many different kinds of substances dissolve in water.

Front

Which example is an exception to water as a universal solvent? Options: acid rain, ocean water, sandy water, carbonated water

Back

sandy water

Front

Which property of water makes it a good solvent of crystalline salts?

Back

strong polarity

Front

Which property of water allows it to dissolve many different substances?

Back

It is a polar molecule.

Front

Property of water that allows it to transport materials through Earth’s systems:

• It expands as it solidifies.
• It is transparent.
• It dissolves many substances.
• It is a compound.

Back

It dissolves many substances.

Front

The unique property of water that allows some insects to "walk on water" or paper clips to float is known as ___.

Back

surface tension

Front

What is the boiling point of water in degrees Celsius?

Back

100

Front

At what temperature does water freeze? (°F)

Back

32°F

Front

Why does ice float instead of sinking to the bottom of the ocean?

Back

The water is more dense than the ice.