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Which of these best explains the ability of small insects to walk on the surface of still water?

Which of these best explains the ability of small insects to walk on the surface of still water?
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Which of these best explains the ability of small insects to walk on the surface of still water?

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Well, the surface of still water has surface tension. If there isn't enough mass or weight to break the surface tension, the object will float.
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