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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?

Options

  1. ALack of adhesion
  2. BCapillary action
  3. CSurface tension
  4. DHigh density

Correct answer

C. Surface tension

Step-by-step solution

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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