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Mechanical Properties of Fluids
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Where the molecules possess more energy-in the bulk or in surface film?

Answer

Molecules of surface film have additional potential energy due to net inward intermolecular forces. Therefore, the molecules of surface film posess more energy than on the bulk.

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