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Coatings used on raincoat are waterproof because they

A

increases angle of contact

B

decreases angle of contact

C

does not alters angle of contact

D

forms a smooth surface

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Water proof surface coatings are made up of materials which increases angle of contact and water does not wets the surface.
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