What is surface tension? (b) State two methods by which the surface tension of…

(a) What is surface tension?

(b) State two methods by which the surface tension of a liquid can be reduced.

Explanation

(a) Surface tension is the property of a liquid which makes its surface behave as though covered by an elastic skin.

(b) Surface tension can be reduce by;

(i) Addition of impurities e.g. soap, oil, alcohol etc.

(ii) Heating the liquid.

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