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The oil in the wick of an oil lamp rises up due to:

A. Capillary action

B. Low viscosity of oil

C. Gravitational force

D. Pressure difference

Answer: Option A

Solution(By Examveda Team)

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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