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Why does a molecule on the surface of a liquid experience a net attractive force towards the interior of the liquid?
ChemistryStates of MatterNEET
Options:
  • A Lack of adhesion
  • B Capillary action
  • C Surface tension
  • D High density
Solution:
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The correct answer is: Surface tension
A molecule on the surface of a liquid experiences a net attractive force towards the interior of the liquid due to surface tension.

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