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Physics Surface Tension Surface Tension MCQ (Single Correct)

Small liquid drops assume spherical shape because

A
Atmospheric pressure exerts a force on a liquid drop
B
Volume of a spherical drop is minimum
C
Gravitational force acts upon the drop
D
Liquid tends to have the minimum surface area due to surface tension

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D

Sphere has the minimum surface area for the given volume of the liquid.

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