Q. The oil in the wick of lamp rises due to

  • (A) Pressure difference
  • (B) Pheonomenon of capillarity
  • (C) Low viscosity of oil
  • (D) Force of cohesion
βœ… Correct Answer: (B) Pheonomenon of capillarity
Explanation: The oil in the wick of an oil lamp rises up due to capillary action. This effect is due to surface tension of liquids. The wick here acts as a capillary tube
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The oil in the wick of an oil lamp rises up due to capillary action. This effect is due to surface tension of liquids. The wick here acts as a capillary tube

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