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Molecules stick together

Molecules stick to other substances

Cohesion on the surface

Because of its polarity, its O regions attract positive ions (cations) and its H region attaracts negative (anions). Also a universal solvent.

Variable we manipulate

Variable we measure after being changed by the independent variable

Factor that remains the same

Breaks cohesion and surface tension of water

Non-polar, accumulates in water

Can form with 4 other elements, can form single double or triple bonds, can bond with itself, forms backbones for proteins, dna, lipids, and hormones