Water Flashcards
1
Q
what is the type of bond that holds water molecules together
A
Hydrogen
2
Q
Why is water a good solvent
A
molecules are polar. can attract to solute molecules
3
Q
How does density of water contribute to the survival of organisms
A
- ice is less dense than water so it floats
- ice provides habitats
- ice insulates the water below
4
Q
Why is water a buffer
A
It has a high specific heat capacity meaning a lot or energy is required to warm it up
5
Q
Why does evaporation of water have a cooling affect
A
Large latent heat of vaporisation means evaporation has a cooling effect with little water loss
6
Q
Why does water provide good support
A
It is incompressible
