Question

the model shows water molecules interacting. the red circles represent oxygen, the white circles represent hydrogen. which conclusion is supported by this model? choose the correct answer. hydrogen atoms in water molecules are only attracted to an oxygen atom in the same water molecule. hydrogen atoms in water molecules are only attracted to other hydrogen atoms. oxygen atoms in water molecules are also attracted to hydrogen atoms in other water molecules. oxygen atoms in water molecules are attracted to both oxygen atoms and hydrogen atoms.

Explanation:

The model shows water - water interactions. Water molecules have a polar nature. Oxygen is more electronegative than hydrogen, creating a partial negative charge on oxygen and partial positive charge on hydrogen. This leads to hydrogen - bonding where the oxygen atom of one water molecule is attracted to the hydrogen atom of another water molecule.

Answer:

Oxygen atoms in water molecules are also attracted to hydrogen atoms in other water molecules.