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What is the primary reason why water has a higher surface tension than most other liquids?

  • Water molecules are more polar than other liquid molecules.
  • Water molecules are smaller than other liquid molecules.
  • Water molecules have stronger intermolecular forces (hydrogen bonds) than other liquid molecules. (correct)
  • Water molecules are less dense than other liquid molecules.

    • How does the specific heat of water contribute to the moderation of Earth's climate?

  • It causes water to evaporate readily, cooling the surrounding environment.
  • It allows water to absorb large amounts of heat without significant temperature changes. (correct)
  • It makes water a good solvent for various substances, facilitating chemical reactions.
  • It creates a neutral pH environment, essential for biological processes.

    • Which property of water is responsible for the phenomenon of evaporative cooling?

  • Density
  • Polarity (correct)
  • High specific heat
  • Surface tension

    • What is the primary reason why lakes do not freeze solid during winter?

    <p>Water's density is greatest at 4°C, causing ice to form on the surface, creating insulation. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a direct consequence of water's ability to act as a universal solvent?

    <p>Moderating Earth's temperature. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the neutral pH of water contribute to its importance for life?

    <p>It provides a stable environment for biological processes to occur efficiently. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a property of water discussed in the text?

    <p>Low density at 4°C (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main reason water can act as a universal solvent?

    <p>Its ability to form hydrogen bonds. (E)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of bond is formed between the atoms in a water molecule?

    <p>Covalent bond (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is water considered a polar molecule?

    <p>Because the oxygen atom is more electronegative than the hydrogen atoms, leading to a partial negative charge on the oxygen and partial positive charges on the hydrogens. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these is NOT a property of water attributed to hydrogen bonding?

    <p>Universal solvent (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main reason why water expands when it freezes?

    <p>The water molecules arrange themselves in a less compact crystalline structure. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does cohesion contribute to the transport of water in plants?

    <p>Cohesion allows water molecules to stick together, forming a continuous column that can be pulled upwards by the force of transpiration. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What property of water allows it to act as a universal solvent?

    <p>Its polar nature (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT an unusual property of water?

    <p>Water is a good conductor of electricity. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which property of water helps moderate Earth's temperature?

    <p>High specific heat (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Water's Structure

    Water is made of 2 hydrogen atoms and 1 oxygen atom.

    Polarity of Water

    Water is a polar molecule with a negative side (O) and a positive side (H).

    Covalent Bond

    A bond where atoms share electrons, holding water molecules together.

    Hydrogen Bonds

    Weak bonds formed between the slightly positive and negative regions of water molecules.

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    Cohesion

    The attraction between water molecules, helping them to stick together.

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    Adhesion

    The attraction between water molecules and other substances.

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    High Specific Heat

    Water resists changes in temperature due to hydrogen bonding.

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    Universal Solvent

    Water can dissolve many substances, making it essential for life.

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    Surface Tension

    The force necessary to stretch or break the surface of a liquid.

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    Specific Heat

    The heat needed to change the temperature of one gram of a substance by 1°C.

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    Evaporative Cooling

    Cooling that occurs when liquid evaporates from a surface.

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    Density of Water

    Water is most dense at 4°C and expands from there up to 0°C.

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    Neutral pH

    Water has a pH of around 7, indicating neutrality.

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    Moderate Temperatures

    Water's properties help prevent extreme temperature changes.

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    Study Notes

    Water Properties

    • Water is a polar molecule, meaning one side is slightly positive and the other side is slightly negative.
    • Hydrogen atoms have a slightly positive charge, and oxygen atoms have a slightly negative charge.
    • This polarity allows water molecules to form hydrogen bonds with each other.
    • Hydrogen bonds are weak attractions between the positive hydrogen of one water molecule and the negative oxygen of another water molecule.
    • Water's hydrogen bonds are responsible for many of its unique properties.

    Cohesion and Adhesion

    • Cohesion is the attraction between water molecules.
    • Cohesion allows water to resist gravity. This is essential for the transport of water in plants.
    • Adhesion is the attraction between water molecules and other substances.
    • Adhesion helps water "stick" to other surfaces, like the walls of plant vessels.

    High Specific Heat

    • Specific heat is the amount of heat required to raise the temperature of one gram of a substance by one degree Celsius.
    • Water has a high specific heat, meaning it takes a lot of energy to change its temperature.
    • This helps to moderate temperatures on Earth, preventing dramatic fluctuations that could be harmful to life.

    Density

    • Water's density is greatest at 4°C.
    • As water cools below 4°C, it expands.
    • This unique property allows aquatic life to survive in freezing temperatures because ice forms on top of the water, insulating the water below.

    Universal Solvent

    • Water is a universal solvent because it can dissolve many different substances.
    • Water's polarity allows it to surround and dissolve charged ions and polar molecules.
    • This is essential for many biological processes, as most biochemical reactions occur in water-based solutions.

    Neutral pH

    • pH is a measure of the acidity or basicity of a solution.
    • Water has a neutral pH of 7.
    • This property is important because most biological processes occur in a neutral pH range.

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