Question:

Match List - I with List - II. 

List - I

List - II

(a)Cohesion(i)More attraction in liquid phase
(b)Adhesion (ii)Mutual attraction among water molecules
(c) Surface tension(iii)Water loss in liquid phase 
(d)Guttation (iv)Attraction towards polar surfaces 

Choose the correct answer from the options given below.

 

Updated On: Nov 13, 2025

  • (ii) (i) (iv) (iii)

  • (ii) (iv) (i) (iii)

  • (iv) (iii) (ii) (i)

  • (iii) (i) (iv) (ii)

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The Correct Option is B

Solution and Explanation

To solve the given problem, we need to match the terms in List - I with their corresponding descriptions in List - II based on their definitions and characteristics.

  1. Cohesion: Cohesion refers to the attraction between molecules of the same substance. In the context of water, it is the mutual attraction among water molecules due to hydrogen bonding. Therefore, Cohesion corresponds to:
    • (ii) Mutual attraction among water molecules
  2. Adhesion: Adhesion is the attraction between molecules of different substances. In a biological context, it refers to the attraction of water molecules to other polar surfaces. Therefore, Adhesion corresponds to:
    • (iv) Attraction towards polar surfaces
  3. Surface tension: This is a property of the liquid surface that allows it to resist an external force due to the cohesive nature of its molecules. It is largely due to cohesion among water molecules, leading to stronger attraction within the liquid on its surface compared to gaseous phases. Therefore, Surface tension corresponds to:
    • (i) More attraction in the liquid phase
  4. Guttation: This is the process of water loss in liquid form, typically observed in small droplets at the tips or edges of leaves in some plants, usually occurring at night. Therefore, Guttation corresponds to:
    • (iii) Water loss in liquid phase

Based on the above explanations, the correct matching is: (a) (ii), (b) (iv), (c) (i), (d) (iii), which corresponds to the option:

(ii) (iv) (i) (iii)

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