Water and Its Properties Quiz

Test your knowledge on water's chemical formula, properties, and behaviors with this Hydrochemistry quiz. Explore its boiling point, freezing point, and more.

#1

What is the chemical formula for water?

H2O2
CO2
H2O
HOH
#2

Which of the following is NOT a property of water?

High surface tension
Low heat capacity
Universal solvent
High cohesion
#3

Which of the following is a property of water known as the 'universal solvent'?

It dissolves non-polar substances
It dissolves ionic substances
It does not dissolve any substances
It dissolves only gases
#4

What is the freezing point of water in Fahrenheit?

0°F
32°F
100°F
212°F
#5

What is the term for the process by which water changes from a liquid to a gas?

Evaporation
Condensation
Sublimation
Melting
#6

What is the boiling point of water in Celsius?

100°C
0°C
-100°C
50°C
#7

What is the phenomenon called when water molecules stick to each other?

Adhesion
Cohesion
Evaporation
Condensation
#8

Which property of water allows it to moderate Earth's temperature?

High heat capacity
Low density
Low boiling point
Low surface tension
#9

What is the term for the process by which plants release water vapor into the atmosphere?

Transpiration
Precipitation
Evaporation
Condensation
#10

Which of the following factors does NOT affect the density of water?

Temperature
Pressure
Salinity
Volume
#11

What is the term for the maximum amount of water vapor that can be present in the air at a given temperature?

Humidity
Condensation
Dew point
Absolute humidity
#12

What property of water allows it to form hydrogen bonds with other substances?

High heat capacity
Polarity
High surface tension
Low density
#13

Which of the following is a property of water that allows it to exhibit capillary action?

High surface tension
Low viscosity
High adhesion
Low cohesion
#14

What is the term for the process by which water vapor changes directly into ice without passing through the liquid phase?

Evaporation
Condensation
Sublimation
Precipitation
#15

What is the term for the process by which water moves upward through small tubes against the force of gravity?

Evaporation
Transpiration
Capillarity
Percolation

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