Explain Why Small Insects Can Walk on the Surface of a Pond

question 149

Multiple Choice

Explain why small insects can walk on the surface of a pond and why tears protect the surface of the eye from dust particles.

• A)The attraction of the water molecules disrupts the ionic bonds preventing small objects from penetrating the water.
• B)The attraction of water molecules creates a gas layer that prevents small objects from penetrating the water.
• C)The attraction of water molecules creates an ice layer that prevents small objects from penetrating the water.
• D)The attraction of water molecules creates a surface tension barrier that prevents small objects from penetrating the water.
• E)The attraction of water molecules forms ionic bonds creating a barrier that prevents small objects from penetrating the water.

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