Adhesion, Cohesion & Surface Tension
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is adhesion?
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Adhesion is the attraction between water molecules and other substances.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is cohesion?
Back
Cohesion is the attraction between water molecules to each other.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is surface tension?
Back
Surface tension is the property of a liquid that allows it to resist an external force, due to the cohesive nature of its molecules.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Which end of the water molecule has a slightly positive charge?
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The hydrogen end.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Why do water droplets take a spherical shape?
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Because of cohesion, water molecules are attracted to each other, forming a spherical shape.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What happens when water molecules stick to a leaf?
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This is an example of adhesion.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is an example of cohesion in nature?
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Water striders can walk on water due to the cohesive forces between water molecules.
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