The wetability of a surface by a liquid depends primarily on

The wetability of a surface by a liquid depends primarily on

Options

(a) surface tension
(b) density
(c) angle of contact between the surface and the liquid
(d) viscosity

Correct Answer:

angle of contact between the surface and the liquid

Explanation:

Wetability of a surface by a liquid primarily depends on angle of contact between the surface and liquid. If angle of contact is acute liquids wet the solid and vice-versa.

admin:

Related Questions

  1. When three identical bulbs of 60 W-200 V rating are connected in series to a 200 V
  2. Two stones of masses m and 2m are whirled in horizontal circles, the heavier one
  3. Two bodies of masses m and 4 m are moving with equal K.E. The ratio of their linear
  4. If two bodies are projected at 30⁰ and 60⁰ respectively with the same velocity, then
  5. Light with an energy flux of 25×10⁴ Wm⁻² falls on a perfectly reflecting surface