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NUT1101 S1 2025 Week 3 Quiz

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Match the following properties of liquids with their best definition 1: Surface tension ____ 2: Cohesive force ____ 3: Capillary action ____ 4: Adhesive forces ____

Options
A.Forces between like molecules
B.Energy required to increase the area, or length, of a liquid surface by a given amount
C.Flow of liquid within a porous material due to the attraction of the liquid molecules to the surface of the material and to other liquid molecules
D.Force of attraction between molecules of different chemical identities
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The question asks to match each property of liquids with its best definition, so I will evaluate each provided option in relation to the given items one by one. Option: 'Forces between like molecules' This statement accurately describes cohesive forces, which are the attractions among molecules of the same substance. It helps explain phenomena like liquid cohesion and surface phenomena. It is not about int......Login to view full explanation

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