Multiple ChoiceWhich of the following effects can occur because of the high surface tension of water?a) Lakes cannot freeze solid in winter even with extremely low temperatures.b) A spider can walk across the surface of a small pond.c) Organisms can resist temperature changes, although they give off heat due to chemical reactions.d) Sweat can evaporate from the skin, helping to keep people from overheating.14196Has a video solution.
Multiple ChoiceCohesive forces in liquid water occur when:a) The H atoms on molecules of H2O hydrogen bond to O atoms on adjacent molecules of H2O.b) The H atoms on molecules of H2O hydrogen bond to other H atoms on adjacent molecules of H2O.c) The atoms on molecules of H2O hydrogen bond to other O atoms on adjacent molecules of H2O.d) None of the above are correct.11519Has a video solution.
Multiple ChoiceThe tendency of water molecules to stay close to each other as a result of hydrogen bonding __________. 356
Multiple ChoiceWhat do cohesion, surface tension, and adhesion have in common with reference to water? 806
Multiple ChoiceThe ability of water molecules to form hydrogen bonds with other water molecules and water's ability to dissolve substances that have charges or partial charges are __________. 633
Multiple ChoiceThe phenomenon responsible for maintaining the upward movement of water through vessels in a tree is __________. 313
Multiple ChoiceYou can fill a glass of water to just slightly above the rim without the water spilling over the glass. What property of water best explains this phenomenon? 519
