Environmental Science: Water Properties
13 Questions
0 Views

Choose a study mode

Play Quiz
Study Flashcards
Spaced Repetition
Chat to lesson

Podcast

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson

Questions and Answers

What is the significance of surface tension in aquatic environments?

  • It allows for the freezing of the water surface.
  • It supports small insects on the surface. (correct)
  • It increases the temperature of the water.
  • It prevents water from evaporating.
  • What would likely happen to aquatic organisms in a habitat that freezes solid?

  • They would adapt to survive in frozen conditions.
  • Most would die due to lack of liquid water. (correct)
  • They would migrate to warmer areas.
  • They would continue to thrive as the surface thaws.
  • Which statement best describes a polar molecule?

  • It always forms ionic bonds.
  • It has an unequal sharing of electrons. (correct)
  • It consists of charged ions.
  • It has an equal sharing of electrons.
  • Why is water considered an important component of blood?

    <p>It acts as a solvent for nutrients and waste.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do hydrogen bonds contribute to the properties of water?

    <p>They allow for a higher boiling point.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What property of water allows it to form an insulating layer when ice freezes?

    <p>Low density of ice compared to liquid water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does cohesion in water facilitate its movement through plants?

    <p>It enables water molecules to stick together, aiding transport</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what way does adhesive property of water benefit living organisms?

    <p>It enables water to adhere to other polar molecules and surfaces</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes capillary action in water?

    <p>Movement of water up narrow tubes against gravity due to cohesion and adhesion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does water play as a solvent in organisms?

    <p>It facilitates chemical reactions by dissolving solutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is the stability of water considered crucial for living organisms?

    <p>It prevents temperature changes, essential for maintaining enzyme activity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which characteristic of water contributes to its high surface tension?

    <p>Strong cohesive forces between water molecules</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a consequence of ice floating on liquid water for aquatic ecosystems?

    <p>It insulates water below, allowing aquatic life to survive during cold conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    More Like This

    Aquatic Biota
    10 questions

    Aquatic Biota

    PanoramicPorcupine avatar
    PanoramicPorcupine
    Properties of Water Quiz
    12 questions

    Properties of Water Quiz

    DistinguishedCosine avatar
    DistinguishedCosine
    Water Properties and Adaptations
    29 questions
    Water's Unique Physical Properties Quiz
    13 questions
    Use Quizgecko on...
    Browser
    Browser