callieharrington03
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The forces between water molecules are stronger
than the forces between ethanol molecules. Which
liquid would probably be most difficult for an insect
to walk on? Explain your answer.

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Answer:

An insect would have an easier time walking on the surface of water than on the surface of ethanol.

Water's stronger intermolecular forces lead to higher surface tension.

Higher surface tension allows water to support the insect.

Answer:

An insect would have an easier time walking on the surface of water than on the surface of ethanol.

Water's stronger intermolecular forces lead to higher surface tension.

Higher surface tension allows water to support the insect.

Explanation: