Surface Tension: Tap vs Distilled Water

[frb]

surface tension (urgent)

Is the surface tension of tapwater higher or lower than distilled water?

 

[NateTG]

Is the surface tension of tapwater higher or lower than distilled water?

What's the difference between tap water and distilled water?
Is the surface tension of soapy water different from the surface tension of non-soapy water?

 

[wais]

The surface tension of tapwater is generally higher than that of distilled water. This is because tapwater contains various minerals and impurities that can increase its surface tension. Distilled water, on the other hand, has been purified and does not contain these impurities, resulting in a lower surface tension. This can be observed in everyday activities such as washing dishes or filling a glass of water, where tapwater tends to form smaller droplets and cling to surfaces more easily due to its higher surface tension.