2.5 Water Properties Flashcards
1
Q
What is cohesion?
A
hydrogen bonding between water molecules, creates surface tension
2
Q
What is adhesion?
A
hydrogen bonding between water and other substances, capillary action
3
Q
What is a solvent?
A
dissolve solutes creating solutions
4
Q
What is specific heat?
A
The amount of energy it takes to heat up 1 gram of a substance by 1 degree celsius.
5
Q
What is heat of vaporization?
A
The amount of heat to be absorbed if a certain quantity of liquid is vaporized.
6
Q
What are the five properties of water?
A
Density, high specific heat, cohesion, adhesion, and solvent abilities.
