Physical Chemistry
Physical Chemistry
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ISBN: 9781133958437
Author: Ball, David W. (david Warren), BAER, Tomas
Publisher: Wadsworth Cengage Learning,
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Chapter 22, Problem 22.26E
Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

By using the diagram, the form of equation 22.16 is to be rationalized and an explanation corresponding to arise of the cosθ term is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

A liquid on a solid surface has a behavior expressed by three interfaces, the first between liquid and solid, the second between liquid and vapor, and the third between vapor and solid. The tangential angle that the liquid’s edge makes with the surface is known as the contact angle θ.

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