water Flashcards
1
Q
hydrogen bonds
A
- dissolving solutes in water
- weak- constantly break
2
Q
cohesion
A
- attraction between molecules of the same type
- allows columns of water to move under tension through the xylem
3
Q
adhesion
A
-the force of attraction between unlike molecules
-enables water to move up the xylem during transpiration
4
Q
hydrogen bonding in water
A
helps metabolic reactions in cells
5
Q
hydrophilic
A
water loving
6
Q
hydrophobic
A
water hating
7
Q
polar molecules
A
- form hydrogen bonds
8
Q
non-polar molecules
A
cannot form hydrogen bonds with water
9
Q
solvent properties
A
- high soluble- sodium chloride
- insoluble- fats
10
Q
boyancy
A
ability of floating on water
11
Q
viscosity
A
resistance of fluid to flow
