Properties of Water Review

Front

Why does ice float?

Back

As water freezes, it expands and its density decreases.

Front

What is the reason why oil and water don't mix?

Back

Water can only mix with polar molecules.

Front

Water is a universal solvent because it...

Back

Dissolves most substances.

Front

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

Back

the hydrogen end.

Front

The substance that dissolves the solute in a solution is the ____.

Back

solvent.

Front

What is the chemical formula for water?

Back

H2O.

Front

What property of water allows it to have a high specific heat?

Back

Hydrogen bonding.

Front

What is cohesion in relation to water?

Back

The attraction between water molecules due to hydrogen bonds.

Front

What is adhesion in relation to water?

Back

The attraction between water molecules and other substances.

Front

Why does water have a high surface tension?

Back

Due to the cohesive forces between water molecules.