Question:

Given below are two statements:
Statement (I): Viscosity of gases is greater than that of liquids. 
Statement (II): Surface tension of a liquid decreases due to the presence of insoluble impurities. 
In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

Updated On: Nov 12, 2024
  • Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect
  • Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is correct
  • Both Statement I and Statement II are incorrect
  • Both Statement I and Statement II are correct
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The Correct Option is B

Solution and Explanation

Step 1. Analysis of Statement (I): - Viscosity is a measure of a fluid’s resistance to flow. Generally, liquids have higher viscosity than gases because of stronger intermolecular forces in liquids. Therefore, Statement (I) is incorrect.
Step 2. Analysis of Statement (II): - Surface tension is influenced by impurities. Insoluble impurities generally decrease the surface tension of a liquid by disrupting cohesive forces at the surface. Thus, Statement (II) is correct.
Since Statement I is incorrect and Statement II is correct, the correct answer is (2).

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