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What property of water is primarily responsible for the formation of droplets on a surface?
What property of water is primarily responsible for the formation of droplets on a surface?
- Cohesion
- Adhesion
- Surface tension (correct)
- Viscosity
Which property allows water to climb against gravity in plant roots and stems?
Which property allows water to climb against gravity in plant roots and stems?
- Adhesion (correct)
- Cohesion
- Surface tension
- Evaporation
Insects walking on water exploit which of the following properties?
Insects walking on water exploit which of the following properties?
- Evaporation
- Osmosis
- Cohesion (correct)
- Density
What role does cohesion play in the movement of water through xylem in plants?
What role does cohesion play in the movement of water through xylem in plants?
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How do cohesion and adhesion together support the phenomena of capillary action in plants?
How do cohesion and adhesion together support the phenomena of capillary action in plants?
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