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yes it does when they touch the particle dies(atomns)
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∙ 12y ago
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∙ 11y agoThey're different things. Buoyancy is a matter of relative density, but some small things, like needles, will float on surface tension even though their density is greater than that of water.
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What is the difference between buoyancy and water surface tension?
Buoyancy is the force exerted by the weight of water displaced by an object that is at least partially submerged in the water. Surface tension a force of attraction exerted between water molecules at the waters surface interface. Something can not become submerged in the water until this surface tension is broken. Surface tension is a very weak force and can be overcome physically or by changing the chemistry at the surface (adding a wetting agent).
How does temperature affect surface tension?
As the temperature rises, surface tension decreases.
How does the surface area affect buoyancy?
it is made of your mom and milk
How does surface area affect buoyancy.?
it is made of your mom and milk
What force helps a ship float?
displacement of water
How does buoyancy float?
Buoancy is the upward force that keeps things floating. I guess it doesn't need surface tension.. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Buoyancy
When a lead ball is placed on the surface of a viscous oil and is released which are the three forces acting on the ball?
gravity, buoyancy, surface tension.
How does liquid soap affect the surface tension of water?
it affects the surface tension because of its temperture
How are buoyancy and surface tension the same?
no because our profecional science teacher said no and hes never wrong.
What are three forces acting on a water glider when it is standing on a still pond?
One is "surface tension" which allows the spider to walk on water ; see related link .
How does surface tension affect your environment?
Surface tension affects everyone's environment in many ways. Surface tension is the property of water that makes life to exist as we are accustomed. Surface tension also makes our body cells functional.
What might affect size of a drop?
Surface tension
