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What type of molecule is water?
How many hydrogen atoms are linked to one oxygen atom in a water molecule?
Which statement is true about ice compared to liquid water?
What causes water's high heat capacity?
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Which process describes water changing from a liquid to a gas state?
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What best describes capillary action?
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Which term describes the attraction of water molecules to each other?
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What is the main component of cells?
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Study Notes
Water Composition and Structure
- Water is an inorganic molecule composed of two elements: hydrogen and oxygen.
- The chemical formula for water is H2O, indicating that each water molecule consists of 2 hydrogen atoms linked to 1 oxygen atom.
Importance of Water
- Water is essential for life on Earth, and without access to it, life would not exist on our planet.
Properties of Water
- Water is a polar molecule due to the presence of hydrogen bonds.
- Hydrogen bonds are responsible for water's high heat capacity.
- Water has a high latent heat of vaporization.
- Water expands and becomes less dense when it freezes.
Water Movement and Behavior
- Capillary action is the movement of water through a plant's roots.
- The process of water changing from a liquid to a gas is called evaporation.
- The attraction of water molecules to each other is termed cohesion.
Water Characteristics
- Ice is less dense than liquid water.
- Water is the main component of cells, making up a significant portion of their structure.
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Test your knowledge on the properties of water with this quiz. Learn about the composition of water, its chemical formula, and its importance for life on our planet.
