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Q · Fluid MechanicsMedium · 45s
Capillary action is due to: Option: 17
TopicFluid Mechanics
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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Capillary rise happens due to cohesion (surface tension) and adhesion.
17
Final Answer: Option (a