12 Questions
What portion of the Earth's surface is covered in water?
71%
What is the primary characteristic of water that allows it to dissolve more substances than any other liquid?
Hydrogen bonds
What percentage of the Earth's water is freshwater?
2.5%
What is the primary component of saltwater?
Sodium chloride
What is the first step in the process of the water cycle?
Evaporation
What is the term used to describe the ability of water to form bonds with other water molecules?
Cohesive properties
What happens to the water vapor as it rises into the upper atmosphere?
It condenses and transforms back into tiny water droplets
What is the primary role of water in the ecosystem?
To provide the lifeblood of the community
What is the main purpose of transpiration in plants?
To release excess water vapor into the atmosphere
What is the primary function of water in the human body's temperature regulation?
To regulate body temperature through sweating and respiration
What is one of the ways to conserve water?
To invest in water-saving appliances
What happens to the water droplets in the clouds when they become too heavy to remain suspended in the air?
They merge together to form larger droplets or ice crystals
Test your knowledge of water, the universal solvent, and its importance on our planet. Learn about its distribution, chemical properties, and role in sustaining life. From its cohesive and adhesive properties to its transparency, tastelessness, and odorlessness, discover the fascinating facts about water.
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