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Why does the cotton wick in an oil filled lamp keep on buring ?

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding the Components**: In an oil-filled lamp, there are two main components: the cotton wick and the oil. The wick is made of cotton, which is a porous material, and it is immersed in oil. 2. **Capillary Action**: The phenomenon that allows the oil to rise in the wick is known as capillarity or capillary action. This occurs due to the interaction between the liquid (oil) and the solid (wick). 3. **Cohesion and Adhesion Forces**: - **Cohesion Force**: This is the force that attracts similar molecules to each other. In this case, it refers to the attraction between oil molecules. ...
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  • Why does the oil move up in the lamp?

    A
    Pressure difference
    B
    Capillary action
    C
    Low viscosity of oil
    D
    Light being hot