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Chemistry Question on States of matter

The surface tension of which of the following liquid is maximum

A

H2O

B

C6H6

C

CH3OH

D

C2H5OH

Answer

H2O

Explanation

Solution

Due to its polarity, which is caused by hydrogen ends that are positive in comparison to oxygen ends that are negative, water molecules are attracted to one another, resulting in water having the highest surface tension.

Therefore, the correct option is (A): H2O