How can water be hard or soft? Isn’t it just...wet? Find out everything you ever wanted to know about water in this BrainPOP movie as Tim and Moby introduce you to this most important substance. You’ll first learn about the two elements that make up water, as well as its proper scientific name. Find out why water is “sticky,” and how that helps insects walk on it! Discover why water is known as the universal solvent, and how various minerals and chemicals can dissolve in water and change the way it reacts with other substances. You’ll even learn what kind of water is best for washing dishes — although it probably won’t make that chore any fun!

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