Class 11PhysicsFluid Mechanics and Surface TensionBasic of Surface tenstion , Adhesive force and Cohesive force
MediumWhat are cohesive forces?
(N/A) Cohesive forces are the intermolecular forces of attraction that act between molecules of the same substance.
These forces are responsible for the phenomenon of surface tension and the tendency of liquids to form droplets.
For example,the attraction between water molecules in a drop of water is due to cohesive forces.
These forces are responsible for the phenomenon of surface tension and the tendency of liquids to form droplets.
For example,the attraction between water molecules in a drop of water is due to cohesive forces.
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