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A capillary tube of radius 0.25mm is dipped in ethanol (S\=0.0227N/m, ρ\=806kg/m3, cosθ\=1). What is the capillary rise? (Take g\=9.8m/s2)
Explanation
h = 2Scosθρga. S = 0.0227N/m, ρ = 806kg/m3, g = 9.8m/s2, a = 0.25×10−3m. h = 2×0.0227×1806×9.8×0.25×10−3 = 0.02298m = 2.3cm. As per NCERT, applying relevant law/formula with correct units and sign convention leads to 2.3 cm. This satisfies dimensional consistency and physical conditions given, so option B is scientifically correct.
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