Water: A Polar Molecule

Mr. Andersen explains why water is a polar molecule. He also explains why this gives water properties like cohesion, high specific heat, less dense ice, and the ability to act as a solvent. All of these properties are due to hydrogen bonding.
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Direct Link: http://www.bozemanscience.com/science-videos/2010/12/9/water-a-polar-molecule.html

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Subject(s): Science
Grade Level(s): 9, 10, 11, 12
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Computer for Presenter, Internet Connection, LCD Projector
Instructional Time: 11 Minute(s)
Keywords: water, polar, cohesion, specific heat, electronegativity, hydrogen bonding
Instructional Component Type(s): Video/Audio/Animation
Resource Collection: FCR-STEMLearn Science - General

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