Chemistry
Which of the following shows the strongest cohesive force ?
- Petrol
- Oxygen
- Mercury
- Hydrogen
Matter
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Mercury
Reason — The force of attraction between like particles or molecules is called Cohesive force. Mercury, although a liquid, shows a strong cohesive force. Whereas, oxygen and hydrogen are gases and have least cohesive force. Petrol have a cohesive force less than mercury.
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