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What are cohesive and adhesive forces?


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Cohesive forces: These are the type of forces that exist between similar types of molecules of a substance.

  • For example, Attraction between molecules of water

Adhesive forces: These are the type of forces that exist between different types of molecules of a substance.

  • For example, The attraction between paint and water molecules

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