Question

As temperature increases in water, there is increased evaporation. Which of the following BEST explains why this happens?
(1 point)
Responses

Covalent bonds form.
Covalent bonds form.

Surface tension decreases.
Surface tension decreases.

Hydrogen bonds tighten.
Hydrogen bonds tighten.

Heat capacity lowers.

Answer 1

As temperature increases in water, there is increased evaporation because the kinetic energy of the water molecules also increases. This increased kinetic energy causes the water molecules to move faster and break the hydrogen bonds holding them together, leading to increased evaporation. Hence, the correct answer is "Hydrogen bonds tighten."