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A liquid does not wet the solid surface if the angle of contact is

A

zero

B

Equal to `45^@`

C

Equal to `90^@`

D

Greater than `90^@`

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The correct Answer is:
D
If the angle of contacxt is greater than `90^@` then the cohesive forces are greater than the adhesive forces.
As a result, liquid doesn't wet the solid.
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