Name two phenomena that can be explained on the basis of surface tension.

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Two phenomena that can be explained on the basis of surface tension are as following

(i) Rise or fall of the liquid in a capillary-(capillary action).

(ii) The spherical shape of small liquid drops.

(iii). Cleansing action of soaps and detergents

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