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Mosquitoes are able to walk on top of the water in a pond without falling in. Which of the following explains why this is possible?
A
gravity

B
adhesion

C
surface tension

D
convex meniscus

Respuesta :

Answer:

B. Surface Tension

Explanation:

"The force they exert downward is less than the forces exerted among the water molecules on the surface of the pond, so the insect does not penetrate beneath the surface of the water."

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Answer:

C

Explanation:

The force they exert downward is less than the forces exerted among the water molecules on the surface of the pond, so the insect does not Penetrate beneath the surface of the water.

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