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The surface of a liquid will be concave ...

The surface of a liquid will be concave if the cohesive force between liquid molecules and container is

A

infinite

B

less than the force of adhesion between liquid molecules

C

equal to the force of adhesion between liquid molecules .

D

more then the force of adhesion between liquid molecules

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D
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