everyday science MCQ #3317

Oil rises up the wick in a lamp because of the:

everyday science MCQ #3317

  1. Question 1

    Q1. Oil rises up the wick in a lamp because of the:

    • A) Diffusion of oil through the wick
    • B) Oil being volatile
    • C) Capillary action phenomenon
    • D) Oil being very light

    Answer: Capillary action phenomenon

    Explanation: Capillary action occurs when adhesive forces between the liquid and the narrow tube walls are stronger than cohesive forces within the liquid, causing it to rise against gravity.