The Biology Project: Biochemistry

Chemistry Tutorial

Problem 6: Properties of water

Which of the following is NOT a property of water that is explained by polarity?

A. a high heat of vaporization
Incorrect.
The extra heat needed to make water move from a liquid to a vapor is used to break apart the hydrogen bonds formed between polar water molecules.


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