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What was observed when water was sprayed on the surface of the mirror?
What was observed when water was sprayed on the surface of the mirror?
What happened to the sugar when it was stirred into the water?
What happened to the sugar when it was stirred into the water?
What was the result when a paper clip was placed on top of the water?
What was the result when a paper clip was placed on top of the water?
Which property of water was likely observed from the tissue paper setup?
Which property of water was likely observed from the tissue paper setup?
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In what way does water become essential to life as indicated by its properties?
In what way does water become essential to life as indicated by its properties?
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What makes water a polar molecule?
What makes water a polar molecule?
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Which property of water allows it to rise in capillary tubes against gravity?
Which property of water allows it to rise in capillary tubes against gravity?
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How does water's high heat capacity affect the environment?
How does water's high heat capacity affect the environment?
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What role does water's cohesion property play in plant life?
What role does water's cohesion property play in plant life?
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What occurs when ice cubes are added to water?
What occurs when ice cubes are added to water?
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What effect does mixing food color with water demonstrate?
What effect does mixing food color with water demonstrate?
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What is the primary reason that water is essential for life on Earth?
What is the primary reason that water is essential for life on Earth?
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What is the significance of surface tension in water?
What is the significance of surface tension in water?
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Study Notes
Water Properties
- Water molecule has two hydrogen atoms and one oxygen atom, which are arranged in a V-shape.
- Water molecules are polar because they have a slightly negative charge near the oxygen atom and a slightly positive charge near the hydrogen atoms.
- The charge of a water molecule is similar to a magnet.
- Water has a high heat capacity, meaning it requires a lot of energy to raise its temperature.
Water Experiments
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Setup 1
- Ice cubes float on water due to the density of water.
- Ice is less dense than water, which is why it floats.
- The property of water observed is density.
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Setup 2
- The colored water moved up the tissue paper.
- The tissue paper absorbed the water due to capillary action.
- The property of water observed is capillary action.
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Setup 3
- Water droplets stuck to the mirror's surface.
- Water sticks to surfaces due to adhesion.
- The property of water observed is adhesion.
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Setup 4
- The sugar dissolved into the water.
- Water’s ability to dissolve substances makes it a good solvent, which allows many substances to dissolve in it.
- The property of water observed is being a solvent.
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Setup 5
- The paper clip floated on water.
- Water’s surface tension allows it to support lightweight objects.
- The property of water observed is surface tension.
Water Essential to Life
- Water is essential to life due to its unique properties, allowing various life forms to thrive.
- Capillary action moves water up plant roots, transporting nutrients.
- Density allows aquatic life to survive in water, as ice floats, providing a layer of insulation.
- Adhesion enables water to stick to surfaces, such as blood vessels and small intestines, aiding in transport.
- Surface tension allows insects to walk on water, supporting small organisms.
- Solvent properties enable transport of nutrients and waste products for all living things.
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This quiz covers the fundamental properties of water, including its molecular structure, polarity, density, capillary action, and adhesion. Participants will explore various experiments demonstrating these properties and gain a deeper understanding of water's unique characteristics.