What is the Tendency of Water Molecules to Stick Together

Question

What is the tendency of water molecules to stick together?
A) cohesion
B) adhesion
C) tension
D) transpiration

Accepted Answer

Cohesion is the tendency of water molecules to stick together due to hydrogen bonding. This property allows water to form drops and enables it to move through narrow tubes against gravity. Adhesion (choice B) is the tendency of water molecules to stick to other surfaces, and tension (choice C) refers to the surface tension created by the cohesive forces of water molecules. Transpiration (choice D) is the process by which water is lost from plants through evaporation from the leaves.