Question

kerosene is able to reach the oher end of a wick by
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Answer 1

Answer:

Capillary Action

Explanation:

• Narrow spacings or pores are present in the wick, due to which capillary action takes place, that makes the oil to reach the other end of wick.  
• The ability of a liquid to flow in narrow spaces without any opposition or assistance of external force such as gravity is called as Capillary action.