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Explain the shape of a liquid drop on a solid surface in terms of interfacial tensions.
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Account for the angle of contact in terms of interfacial tensions.
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Draw diagram showing force due to surface tension at the liquid-solid, air-solid, air-liquid interface, in case of (i) a drop of mercury on a plane solid surface and (ii) a drop of water on a plane solid surface. Discuss the variation of angle of contact.

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