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Author Question: Which of the following effects is produced by the high surface tension of water? (Read 1449 times)

Hawke

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on: May 28, 2013
Which of the following effects is produced by the high surface tension of water?
A) Lakes don't freeze solid in winter, despite low temperatures.
B) A water strider can walk across the surface of a small pond.
C) Organisms resist temperature changes, although they give off heat due to chemical reactions.
D) Evaporation of sweat from the skin helps to keep people from overheating.
E) Water flows upward from the roots to the leaves in plants.


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Reply #1 on: May 29, 2013
The answer I found is B. Let me know if you need more help!


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Reply #2 on: May 30, 2013
Perfect :D


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