Question

bio - 201 topic 1: anatomy, physiology, homeostasis, and the chemistry of life
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which property of water allows the insect in the picture to stay on top of the water?
waters high heat capacity
waters adhesion and surface tension
waters density
waters solvent properties
waters cohesion and surface tension

Explanation:

Cohesion is the attraction between water - water molecules, and surface tension is the result of cohesive forces at the water surface. This property creates a 'skin - like' surface on water that can support the weight of small insects. Adhesion is the attraction between water and other substances and is not the main factor here. High heat capacity, density, and solvent properties are not related to an insect's ability to stay on water surface.

Answer:

Water's cohesion and surface tension