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Chemically, water(H<sub>2</sub>O) is two molecules of [[Hydrogen]], and one molecule of [[Oxygen]]. Water by definition is usually a liquid, although it can be converted to different states by the removal or addition of heat. Water heated to 100 degrees | Chemically, water(H<sub>2</sub>O) is two molecules of [[Hydrogen]], and one molecule of [[Oxygen]]. Water by definition is usually a liquid, although it can be converted to different states by the removal or addition of heat. Water heated to 100 degrees Celcius begins to convert to [[steam]], a gaseous state, and when cooled to 0 degrees Celcius converts to ice, a solid state. | ||
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Water is one of the Earth's basic naturally occurring elements. It covers about 70% of the world's surface, and is one of the key parts to the survival of species.
Scientific Makeup
Chemically, water(H2O) is two molecules of Hydrogen, and one molecule of Oxygen. Water by definition is usually a liquid, although it can be converted to different states by the removal or addition of heat. Water heated to 100 degrees Celcius begins to convert to steam, a gaseous state, and when cooled to 0 degrees Celcius converts to ice, a solid state.