Question

Surface tension _____. A. Causes beads of water to spread out B. May be increased by detergents C. Is an inward force that tends to minimize the surface area of a liquid D. Is decreased by hydrogen bonding

Answer 1

C. Is an inward force that tends to minimize the surface area of a liquid

Step-by-step explanation:

• Surface tension is a skin-like proper of water that is explained by its property or ability to form hydrogen bonds. The water molecule has the ability to bind the molecules from all sides that surrounds it.

• The force of action on each of the molecules is balanced. The surface tension is a more inward phenomenon and it holds the droplet in a spherical shape.