Cohesive force is the attractive force between like molecules. Cohesive forces are also known as intermolecular forces and can also be repulsion forces.
The attractive forces between molecules can be weakened by supplying them with heat energy.
Forces between particles refer to the interactions that occur between individual particles such as atoms or molecules. These forces can be attractive, like van der Waals forces or hydrogen bonding, or repulsive, like electrostatic forces. The strength and type of force between particles can affect their behavior and arrangement in different states of matter.
In plasma, the attractive forces are primarily electromagnetic in nature. These forces arise from the interactions between charged particles (like electrons and ions) within the plasma, leading to various collective behaviors such as plasma waves, instabilities, and confinement. Understanding these forces is crucial for controlling and harnessing plasma for technological applications like fusion energy.
Adsorption occurs due to the attractive forces between molecules of a solid surface and molecules or ions in a fluid or gas. These attractive forces lead to the accumulation of the molecules or ions on the surface of the solid, creating a thin layer. Adsorption can be influenced by factors such as the surface area and nature of the adsorbent and the concentration and properties of the adsorbate.
Cohesion force refers to the attractive forces between molecules of the same substance, causing them to stick together. These forces are responsible for phenomena like surface tension and capillary action. Cohesion is essential for the overall stability and properties of liquids.
The ability of like molecule to attract is called cohesive force
An attractive force between like particles is a force that causes particles of the same type to be attracted to each other. This force is responsible for the cohesion of atoms and molecules, as well as the attraction between particles in a solid, liquid, or gas. The attractive force between like particles is usually weaker than the force of attraction between unlike particles.
The most important type of intermolecular force between fat molecules and petroleum ether molecules is London dispersion forces. These forces are temporary and arise from the fluctuations in electron distribution within molecules, allowing for weak attractions between nonpolar molecules like fats and petroleum ether.
The curvature in the water surface is called surface tension. It is caused by the attractive forces between water molecules, which pull the molecules at the surface inward, creating a sort of "skin" on the surface that resists external forces. This is what allows small objects, like paper clips, to float on water.
Electrostatic forces
Attractive forces pull objects together, such as gravity attracting objects towards each other. Repulsive forces push objects apart, like the electrostatic repulsion between two positively charged particles. Both forces play a crucial role in the interactions between particles and objects in the universe.
Van der Waals forces are weak attractive or repulsive forces that exist between molecules due to temporary fluctuations in electron density. These forces include London dispersion forces, dipole-dipole interactions, and hydrogen bonding. They play a role in determining the physical properties of substances like boiling points, melting points, and solubility.