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Why is water considered a compound?


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Water:

  • Water is a polar molecule.
  • It is a universal solvent.
  • It consists of an oxygen atom connected to two hydrogen atoms.
  • The water has a bent shape.
  • The hydrogen has a slightly positive charge and oxygen atoms have a negative charge.

Compound:

  • Atoms of two different elements are present in water. Therefore, it is classified as a compound.
  • Water molecules have two hydrogens and one oxygen atom.
  • Hydrogen and oxygen are combined in the ratio of 1:8.
  • So, water is considered a compound.

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