IB Water properties

Front

In a water molecule, the hydrogen and oxygen atoms hold together by sharing _________.

Back

electrons

Front

What is the charge on the hydrogen atom in the water molecule?

Back

slight positive

Front

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

Back

the hydrogen end

Front

Water molecules require a lot of energy to break the hydrogen bonds. This gives water a high __________.

Back

specific heat

Front

Describe COHESION.

Back

Water molecules attracted to other water molecules.

Front

What is the chemical formula for water?

Back

H2O

Front

What property of water allows it to dissolve many substances?

Back

polarity

Front

What is the term for water's ability to stick to other substances?

Back

adhesion

Front

What is the term for the attraction between water molecules?

Back

cohesion

Front

Why does ice float on water?

Back

Ice is less dense than liquid water.