The property responsible for the "beading up" of water is ________.
A)density
B)viscosity
C)vapor pressure
D)surface tension
E)hydrogen bonding

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Surface tension is the property of a liquid surface that allows it to resist an external force. When a liquid is in contact with a surface, it tends to minimize its surface area, and the cohesive forces between the liquid molecules cause them to be more attracted to each other than to the surface. This results in the formation of drops, which appear as "beads" on the surface of the solid. A good example of this is water beading up on a waxed car surface.

The Property Responsible for the "Beading Up" of Water Is