Biology: Concepts and Investigations
Biology: Concepts and Investigations
5th Edition
ISBN: 9781260259049
Author: Hoefnagels
Publisher: MCG
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Chapter 2.3, Problem 1MC
Summary Introduction

To describe:

The importance of cohesion and adhesion to life.

Concept introduction:

Cohesion is the process of combining of the two similar molecules due to certain forces. The attraction between two different molecules leads to the generation of adhesion.

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