Question

Compare and contrast surface tension and capilary action in terms of properties of liquids. Include a definition of each term

Answer 1

The surface tension acts to hold the surface intact. Capillary action occurs when the adhesion to the surface material is stronger than the cohesive forces between the water molecules. The height to which capillary action will take water is limited by surface tension and gravity.

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Answer 2

A pure substance (an element or a compound) is made up of only one type of atom, or molecule. Examples: water (H2O molecules), oxygen (O2 molecules), argon (Ar atoms). A mixture is made of up of more than one type of atom or molecule.