Question

Which observation is explained by the adhesion of water? (1 point) Responses Rain forms water droplets as it falls through the air Rain forms water droplets as it falls through the air You feel a sting when you dive into a swimming pool. You feel a sting when you dive into a swimming pool. Water freezes at 0°C and boils at 100°C. Water freezes at 0°C and boils at 100°C. Water climbs slightly up the inner walls of a straw.

Answer 1

The observation explained by the adhesion of water is: Water climbs slightly up the inner walls of a straw.

This phenomenon occurs because of the adhesive forces between the water molecules and the surface of the straw, allowing the water to rise due to capillary action.