Properties of Water: AP Biology.
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What causes the high surface tension of water?
Water molecules are attracted to each other due to hydrogen bonds.
What is adhesion in the context of water?
Water's ability to stick to other substances, aiding in capillary action.
What is meant by high specific heat capacity of water?
Water can absorb significant amounts of heat without a large increase in temperature.
At what temperature is water most dense?
Water is most dense at 4°C.
Why does ice float on liquid water?
Ice floats because water is most dense at 4°C, creating an insulating layer.
What are the solvent properties of water?
Water is referred to as the 'universal solvent' because it can dissolve a wide variety of substances.
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