1. how does the surface tension of water compare with the surface tensions of most other liquids?
it is lower.
it is about the same.
it is higher.
it is higher when a surfactant is added.
2. what is the shape of the water molecule?
linear
tetrahedral
trigonal planer
bent
3.the bonds between adjacent water molecules are called
hydrogen bonds
ionic bonds
nonpolar covalent bonds
polar covalent bonds

Why do scientists look for patterns in the world? a. patterns can explain observations. b. patterns never change, no matter what. c. patterns are easy for scientists to detect. d. patterns are all the same, through all time.

What shape would a molecule with two bound groups and two lone pairs have?

Ageochemist examines a piece of metal that he found in the soil. he performs tests to identify the metal from its density, electrical conductivity, and melting point. which statement best describes his investigation? a. he is determining physical properties that are sufficient to identify the metal.b. he is determining chemical properties that are sufficient to identify the metal.c. he is determining physical properties that are insufficient to identify the metal.d. he is determining chemical properties that are insufficient to identify the metal.