The High Surface Tension of Water That Allows Some Insects

question 29

Multiple Choice

The high surface tension of water that allows some insects to literally walk on water is due to:

• A)high heat of vaporization
• B)cohesion
• C)adhesion
• D)polar covalent bonds
• E)heat storage

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