How does a syringe work?

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A syringe works on the existence of atmospheric pressure. When the nozzle of a syringe is dipped in a liquid and its piston is withdrawn, the pressure inside the syringe is lower. The greater atmospheric pressure acting on the surface of the liquid pushes the liquid up into the syringe.

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