The end of a capillary tube is immersed into a liquid. Liquid slowly rises in the tube up to some height. Then, the capillary - fluid system
A
Will absorb heat
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B
Will release heat
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C
Will not be involved in any heat transfer
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D
Nothing can be said
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Solution
The correct option is B Will release heat As the liquid rises in the capillary tube, mechanical energy is stored in it. But due to viscosity/frictional force, some energy is dissipated as heat.
So, due to viscous nature of the liquid, capillary - fluid system will release heat.