Properties of water Flashcards

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Anomalous expansion

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Solid ice floats on water, preventing water below from freezing

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Universal solvent

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Allows chemical reactions to take place

Nutrients are transported in water inside plants

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3
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High heat capacity

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Prevents temperature extremes

Allows for temperature regulation via sweating

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