Why Is Water an Extraordinary Substance

question 70

Multiple Choice

Why is water an extraordinary substance?

• A) Water has a low molar mass, yet it is a liquid at room temperature.
• B) The phase diagram for water has three triple points.
• C) Water has an exceptionally low specific heat capacity.
• D) Water has no hydrogen bonding.

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