(a) Distinguish between the forces of adhesion and cohension
(b) Give one example each of the forces of adhesion and cohesion.
(b) Give one example each of the forces of adhesion and cohesion.
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Correct Answer: Option n
Explanation:
(a) Forces of adhesion are forces between molecules of different substances while forcea of cohesion are forces between molecules of the same substance.
(b) Examples: Adhesion — force between water molecules and glass molecules.
Cohesion — force between mercury molecules.
(a) Forces of adhesion are forces between molecules of different substances while forcea of cohesion are forces between molecules of the same substance.
(b) Examples: Adhesion — force between water molecules and glass molecules.
Cohesion — force between mercury molecules.