A metal wire of density ' r ' floats on water surface horizontally. If it is not to sink in water then maximum radius of wire is proportional to ( 
surface tension of water, 
gravitational acceleration)
A
B
C
D
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Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
A
Here, 
density of metal wire
radius of cross section of wire
If wire is not to sink in water then,
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