Surface tension

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-009448",
  "term": "Surface tension",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "The cohesive force among liquid molecules at an interface, which causes the liquid surface to behave like an elastic membrane. This property is responsible for phenomena such as capillary action, the formation of raindrops, and the ability of some insects to walk on water. For pure water at 20°C, its value is approximately 72.8 millinewtons per meter.",
  "synonyms": [
    "surface energy",
    "surface free energy",
    "capillary forces",
    "interfacial tension"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/surface-tension/"
}