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Water

Essential liquid for all known life.

H2O H2O molecule

A transparent, tasteless, odorless liquid composed primarily of hydrogen and oxygen molecules (H₂O), essential for all known forms of life.

Pronunciation

/ˈwɔːtər/

Etymology

From Old English wæter, of Germanic origin.

Explain Like I’m 5

Water is a clear liquid that all plants and animals need to live, like how we drink water to stay healthy.

Fun Facts

Over 70% of the Earth's surface is covered in water
,Water expands when it freezes
,A day on Venus would be shorter than a year on Venus due to its slow rotation

FAQ

What is water? A clear, colorless, odorless, and tasteless liquid
,Why is water important? It's essential for all known life forms
,What are water's properties? It exists as a solid (ice), liquid (water), and gas (steam)

Synonyms — Similar or Related Terms

H2O dihydrogen monoxide

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

substance liquid

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

ice steam seawater distilled water

Meronyms — Parts or Components

hydrogen oxygen

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

Earth planet ecosystem

Indexes

chemical compound natural substance

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