Surface Tension
Surface tension is the tendency of the surface of a liquid to minimize its surface area. When a liquid is agitated, the surface tension at the liquid-air interface can cause the formation of bubbles.
Gas Pressure
The pressure of the gas within the foam bubbles also contributes to the stability and size of the foam. Higher gas pressure can lead to the formation of larger, more stable foam bubbles.
Surfactants
Surfactants are molecules that lower the surface tension of a liquid, allowing it to spread more easily. In the context of foam, surfactants help stabilize the bubbles and prevent them from coalescing.
Study Guide
- Surface Tension: Understand the concept of surface tension and how it influences the formation of foam.
- Gas Pressure: Explore the relationship between gas pressure and the stability of foam bubbles.
- Surfactants: Learn about the function of surfactants in stabilizing foam and preventing coalescence.
◂Chemistry Worksheets and Study Guides High School. Atomic Structure - Set I
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Atomic Structure - Set I 
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Atomic Structure - Set I Worksheet/Answer key
Atomic Structure - Set I
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Concepts of Physical Science (SB1, SB2, SB3, SB4)
The student demonstrates an understanding of the structure and properties of matter by describing atoms and their base components (i.e., protons, neutrons, electrons).
The student demonstrates an understanding of the interactions between matter and energy and the effects of these interactions on systems by recognizing that atoms emit and absorb electromagnetic radiation.
Concepts of Physical Science (SB1, SB2, SB3, SB4)
The student demonstrates an understanding of the structure and properties of matter by using the periodic table to describe atoms in terms of their base components (i.e., protons, neutrons, electrons).