Question

Select all that apply.

The following are properties of water.

regulates temperature
is more dense as a solid than liquid
acts as a solvent
very cohesive and adhesive
dissolves fats

Answer 1

all of the above except dissolving fats.

Answer 2

Answer:

a, c, d

Explanation:

Water density changes with temperature and salinity. When water freezes at 0°C, a rigid open lattice (like a web) of hydrogen-bonded molecules is formed. It is this open structure that makes ice less dense than liquid water. Liquid water is held together by hydrogen bonds. Oils and fats do not have any polar part and so for them to dissolve in water they would have to break some of water's hydrogen bonds. Water will not do this so the oil is forced to stay separate from the water.