Properties of Water Flashcards
1
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Polarity
A
The property of having electrically charged areas opposite of one another.
2
Q
Cohesion
A
Attraction between molecules of the same substance.
3
Q
Adhesion
A
Attraction between molecules of different substances.
4
Q
Surface tension
A
Stronger cohesion on a liquid’s surface that allows it to resist external forces.
5
Q
Capillary action
A
Ability to ascend or rise up a narrow tube or spread through a permeable substance.
6
Q
Universal solvent
A
Water dissolves many different substances, more than any other liquid due to being polar.
7
Q
High specific heat
A
Takes lots of energy to heat water (increase temperature).
