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Unit 1 Topic 3-Water
Unit 1 Topic 3 Vocab - Water
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Polar molecule | Molecule with an uneven charge distribution. |
| Hydrogen bond | Attraction between a hydrogen atom and an electronegative atom. |
| Cohesion | Water molecules sticking to other water molecules. |
| Adhesion | Water molecules sticking to other surfaces. |
| Surface tension | Resistance to breaking the surface of a liquid. |
| Capillary action | Movement of water through narrow tubes via adhesion and cohesion. |
| Specific heat capacity | Energy required to change the temperature of water. |
| Expansion upon freezing | Water becoming less dense in solid form. |
| Universal solvent | Ability to dissolve many different substances. |