Properties of Water

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What is the chemical symbol of water?

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H2O

Front

What property of water allows it to moderate temperature?

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High Specific Heat

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What is the term for the attraction between water molecules?

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Cohesion

Front

What is the term for the attraction between water molecules and other substances?

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Adhesion

Front

What is the property of water that allows it to dissolve many substances?

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Universal Solvent

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What characteristic of water is responsible for its unique properties?

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Polarity

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What happens to water when it freezes?

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It expands.

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What is the term for the bonds formed between water molecules?

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Hydrogen Bonds

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How does water's high specific heat benefit the environment?

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It helps regulate temperatures in ecosystems.

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What is the significance of water's cohesion in plants?

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It allows for the transport of water from roots to leaves.