Which of the following best describes what causes water molecules to exhibit properties such as cohesive and adhesive behavior?

A. Water molecules are polar, having partially positive and partially negative ends.

B. Water molecules have both a hydrophobic end and a hydrophilic end.

C. Water molecules are capable of dissolving both polar and nonpolar substances.

D. Water molecules have a high molecular weight, making them very dense.

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Ernie

Chemistry

25 May, 05:27

Which of the following best describes what causes water molecules to exhibit properties such as cohesive and adhesive behavior?

A. Water molecules are polar, having partially positive and partially negative ends.

B. Water molecules have both a hydrophobic end and a hydrophilic end.

C. Water molecules are capable of dissolving both polar and nonpolar substances.

D. Water molecules have a high molecular weight, making them very dense.

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Yosef Ballard · Answer 1

I think the correct answer from the choices listed above is option A. The cohesive and adhesive behavior of water molecules are caused by water molecules being polar, having partially positive and partially negative ends. Hope this answers the question. Have a nice day.