Surface tension is the property of a liquid that allows it to resist an external force, due to the cohesive nature of its molecules.
Cohesion: Cohesion refers to the attraction between identical molecules (like water with water).
Adhesion: Adhesion refers to the attraction between different types of molecules (like water and glass).
These are forces of attraction or repulsion which act between neighboring particles (atoms, molecules, or ions). They are weaker than chemical bonds.