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    Question

    A liquid rises in a capillary tube due

    to:
    A Viscosity Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Adhesion and cohesion Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Surface tension Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Buoyancy Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The rise of a liquid in a capillary tube is due to surface tension, which pulls the liquid upward against gravity. Adhesion between the liquid and the tube walls also plays a role.

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