PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY-STUDENT SOLN.MAN.
PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY-STUDENT SOLN.MAN.
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Chapter 22, Problem 22.37E
Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The definition of term clean is to be stated as applied to solid surfaces. The reason for the fact that it is difficult to obtain clean surface is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

The surface energy gives the amount of energy required to increase the surface area by unity. The surface area of a substance increases when the intermolecular force decreases. The surface energy tries to attain a minimum surface area.

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