Potential energy of a molecule on the surface of a liquid

The same question, asked 2 times: 16 May 2023 S2, 14 May 2024 S1. Every wording below, oldest first.

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16 May 2023 S2
7 $On the surface of the liquid in equilibrium, molecules of the liquid possess$
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Question 2
14 May 2024 S1
6 $The potential energy of a molecule on the surface of a liquid compared to the molecules inside the liquid is$
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