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Instructor III Physics

  • (A) Capillary action
  • (B) Low viscosity of oil
  • (C) Gravitational force
  • (D) Pressure difference
  • Correct Answer - Option(A)
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  • Filed under category Physics

Explanation by: Team MCQ Buddy
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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