Properties of Water
Students will explore the unique physical and chemical properties of water that make it essential for life.
Key Questions
- Explain why water is considered the 'universal solvent'.
- Analyze the importance of water's high specific heat capacity for regulating Earth's climate.
- Predict the consequences for living organisms if water did not have its unique properties.
MOE Syllabus Outcomes
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