On a clean glass plate a drop of water spreads to form a thin layer whereas a drop of mercury remains almost spherical because
Options
A. mercury is a metal
B. density of mercury is greater than that of water
C. cohesion of mercury is greater than its adhesion with glass
D. cohesion of water is greater than its adhesion with glass
Correct Answer
cohesion of mercury is greater than its adhesion with glass
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