A water strider is an insect that can walk on water. Why is this possible?

Question

a. The insect’s mass and the upward force of gravity prevent the breaking of hydrogen bonds between the water molecules.
b. The insect’s mass and small surface area in all directions stick to the water molecules.
c. The insect’s mass is supported by the air pressure in all directions and will not break the hydrogen bonds between the water molecules.
d. The insect’s mass is not strong enough to break the hydrogen bonds between the water molecules.

Answer 1

b. The insect’s mass and small surface area in all directions stick to the water molecules.