Cohesion and Adhesion in Water

What is the main difference between cohesion and adhesion in water?

• Cohesion is water attracted to water; adhesion is water attracted to other substances.

• Cohesion is water attracted to other substances; adhesion is water attracted to water.

• Cohesion and adhesion are the same; both involve water attracting other substances.

• Cohesion involves gravity; adhesion does not.

Explain how the molecular structure of water contributes to its cohesive properties.

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Water molecules are attracted to each other due to their ___ nature.

Which property of water allows it to form droplets on a leaf?

• Cohesion

• Adhesion

• Evaporation

• Condensation

Discuss the role of hydrogen bonds in the cohesion of water molecules.

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The partial positive charge in a water molecule is found on the ___ atoms.

How does gravity affect the shape of a water droplet on Earth compared to in outer space?

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