Multiple Choice
Where is most of the fresh water available for human consumption found?
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2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components
Properties of Water- The Universal Solvent
Multiple Choice
What is the charge of the solute molecule in the image below based on the polarity of water?
A
Positively charged.
B
Negatively charged.
C
Uncharged.
D
Non-polar and hydrophobic.
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Observe the arrangement of water molecules around the solute. Water is a polar molecule, with a partial negative charge on the oxygen atom and a partial positive charge on the hydrogen atoms.
Notice that the oxygen atoms of the water molecules are oriented towards the solute. This suggests that the solute has a positive charge, as the negatively charged oxygen atoms are attracted to it.
Consider the options given: Positively charged, Negatively charged, Uncharged, Non-polar and hydrophobic.
Since the oxygen atoms (negative side of water) are facing the solute, the solute is likely positively charged, as opposite charges attract.
Conclude that the solute molecule is positively charged based on the orientation of the water molecules around it.
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