Water molecules are not only attracted to each other, but to any molecule with positive or negative charges. When a molecule attracts to a different substance, this is termed adhesion. Think about what happens when you dip one end of a piece of paper towel into a glass of water. The water will climb up the fibers of the paper, getting it wet above the level of the water in the glass.
24 The average age to flee the family nest (although Londoners have to wait an additional year). 27 The average age for women to have their first child. 28 By now, the average sensible Brit has started saving for a pension, according to a survey by Axa insurance. That's earlier than any other nation.
And women older than 45 have a less than 1 percent chance of becoming pregnant each month.â. And yet, women are having children later than ever. In 1970, the average age for a first time mom was 21.4. By 2006, it was 25. And an âaverage ageâ is also relative â it can vary widely depending on the state.