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A diver is able to cut through water in a swimming pool. Which property of matter does this observation show?

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding the Question**: The question asks about the property of matter demonstrated by a diver cutting through water in a swimming pool. 2. **Identifying the State of Matter**: Recognize that water is a liquid. Liquids have unique properties that differentiate them from solids and gases. 3. **Intermolecular Forces**: In liquids, the intermolecular forces of attraction between molecules are moderate. This means that while the molecules are close together, they are not as tightly bound as in solids. ...
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