Chapter 3 Flashcards
1
Q
what bond holds water molecules together?
A
hydrogen bonds
2
Q
what bonds hold the atoms of water together?
A
polar covalent bonds
3
Q
4 emergent properties of water
A
- cohesive behavior
- ability to moderate temperature
- expansion upon freezing
- versatility as a solvent
4
Q
cohesion
A
when hydrogen bonds hold water molecules together
-helps the transport of water against gravity in plants
5
Q
adhesion
A
an attraction between different substances (ex. water and plant walls)
