Properties of Water

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What word describes when water is attracted to other substances?

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Adhesion: The property of water that allows it to stick to other substances.

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When a molecule has an opposite electrical charge on each end, it is known as what?

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Polar molecule: A molecule with a positive charge on one end and a negative charge on the other.

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Which of the following is LEAST likely to dissolve in water?

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Nonpolar fats and oils: These substances do not dissolve well in water due to their nonpolar nature.

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The fact that water can stick to other substances is called:

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Adhesion: This property allows water to adhere to various surfaces.

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Which end of the water molecule has a slightly positive charge?

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The hydrogen end: In a water molecule, the hydrogen atoms have a slight positive charge.

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What is the term for the attraction between water molecules?

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Cohesion: The property that causes water molecules to be attracted to each other.

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What is the significance of water's high specific heat?

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High specific heat: Water can absorb a lot of heat before its temperature changes, helping to regulate climate.

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What is capillary action?

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Capillary action: The ability of water to flow in narrow spaces without the assistance of external forces.

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What is surface tension in water?

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Surface tension: The cohesive force at the surface of water that makes it behave like a stretched elastic membrane.

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What is a hydrogen bond?

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Hydrogen bond: A weak bond between a hydrogen atom and an electronegative atom, crucial for water's properties.