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States of Matter: Meniscus MCQ

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MeniscusEasyQuestion 22033

Question

Mercury forms a convex meniscus in glass because:

  1. A
    Cohesive forces exceed adhesive forces
    Correct
  2. B
    Adhesive forces exceed cohesive forces
  3. C
    Surface tension is zero
  4. D
    It is a gas

Correct answer

Cohesive forces exceed adhesive forces

Explanation

Mercury prefers to stick to itself more than to glass.

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