The Different Surface Tensions of Water

Water has a higher surface tension than many other liquids due to cohesion of the water molecules, which is very strong as a result of the intermolecular forces. The scientific definition of surface tension is defined as the energy required to increase the surface area of a liquid by a specific amount. So that's important for non-scientists to know.

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