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the force of cohesion bw water molecules is smaller than the force adhesion bw water & cloth molecules so the cloth molecules becomes wet with water,but if a little wax is rubbed over it then the force of adhesion bw water & wax molecules becomes smaller than the cohesive force bw water molecules.So the water cannot make the cloth wet now
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Why is it that wax paper does not get wet when you sprinkle water on it?
Water doesn't stick to wax because there is no adhesion meaning the molecules don't stick to the wax, but they stick to each other, also known as hydrogen bonding. This causes the water to bead up and take up the least surface space it can. They are attracted to groups on a hydrophilic surface (water-loving) such as glass.
Why it is needed to heat a sealing wax?
Sealing wax is had and brittle at room temperature. Thus if you want to use it to seal a document you must heat it until it becomes runny using a flame.
How many pounds does a gallon of wax weigh?
One gallon of microcrystalline wax weighs about seven pounds. One cubic foot of wax is about 7.48 gallons of wax.
Does wax paper absorb heat?
Wax paper does not absorb heat. Wax paper is coated with paraffin, which does not allow heat to be absorbed. This allows wax paper to be used when cooking.
Is wax paper thin or thick?
wax paper is about 5cm thick
Why does a cloth become waterproof when some wax is applied on it?
Waxes -especially parafinic waxes are, extremely hydrophobic and so they repel water.Thus when you saturate a fabric with wax the water does not wet the fibers of the fabric and the water forms beads on the outer surface of the fabric rather than penetrating through to the other side.
What make a leaf waterproof?
The upper skin of the leaf has a layer of wax on it, called a cuticle. This makes the leaf waterproof. The upper skin of the leaf has a layer of wax on it, called a cuticle. This makes the leaf waterproof.
Is a wax candle waterproof?
The wax itself should be, but the flame is not. The wick is not either.
What can you do to waterproof a rug?
Dip it in a cauldron of boiling wax.
How can you remove wax that has soaked into marble?
get a piece of cloth, place over the wax on the marble, get an iron, turn it on full heat, no steam, and iron on the cloth where the wax is..slowly it will melt onto the cloth..viola
Is cardboard waterproof?
Some, but not all, cardboard is treated with wax or laminated. These forms of cardboard are considered to be waterproof.
Is candle wax waterproof?
Yes, candle wax is considered waterproof because it repels water and prevents it from being absorbed. This property makes it useful for creating waterproof seals and coatings in various applications.
Is wax waterproof?
Yes, wax is generally waterproof as it creates a protective barrier on surfaces. When applied to items such as clothing, candles, or furniture, wax can help repel water and prevent damage from moisture.
How do you waterproof paper?
you laminate it (put plastic around it ) OR you can wax it!
What is the outer layer of a leaft that is waterproof?
---- Cutin inbedded in wax
What is the waterproof coat that keeps fruits and insects dry?
Wax
Can someone explain what a wax pot is?
"A wax pot is a small electronic appliance used to warm depilatory wax. The warm wax is then used, with a cloth strip, to remove facial or other body hair. The warm wax is first applied to the target area with a wooden stick, a cloth is then placed over the wax. The cloth is then quickly removed, taking with it the undesired hair with it."
