Properties of Water — Quiz Answers

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Why is capillary action important in the physical weathering of rocks?

A
It allows water to enter small cracks, where it may freeze and expand.
B
It increases the overall density of the rock over time.
C
It removes sediment particles from deeper rock layers.
D
It causes the rock material to melt at lower temperatures.
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How does surface tension help water contribute to the physical weathering of rocks?

A
It allows water to stay intact as it enters cracks and freezes.
B
It increases the evaporation rate on surfaces.
C
It causes water to dissolve mineral ions more easily.
D
It prevents water from entering small openings.
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What causes water molecules to form hydrogen bonds with each other?

A
ionic bonding
B
partial charges due to polarity
C
equal electron sharing
D
nonpolar covalent bonds
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Match each water property with its role in geological processes.

Answer:

helps water stick to soil and rock|moves water upward through cracks and pores|keeps water flowing as a connected stream|resists external force, allowing water to enter fine fractures

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