Chapter 11, Problem 22RQ

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The term wetting of a surface, surfactant, its purpose, and function are to be explained.

Concept Introduction:

The various types of interactions that bind a molecule are known as intermolecular forces. These can be dispersion, dipole-dipole, ion-dipole, and hydrogen bonding.

The properties which depend on the strength of the intermolecular forces are surface tension, viscosity, and wetting of a surface.