Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Surface Tension.
Surface Tension - as a noun
A phenomenon at the surface of a liquid caused by intermolecular forces
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
physical phenomenonHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The surface tension of water allows insects to walk on its surface."
"Soap reduces surface tension and helps water spread more easily."
"Small objects like needles can float on water due to surface tension."
"The surface tension of mercury is much higher than that of water."
"The surface tension of a liquid depends on its cohesive forces."
