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Capillary action is the process by which liquid pulls itself against the force of gravity, thanks to the attraction between molecules. In using touch-up paint, capillary action refers to the spread of the paint throughout a chip or scratch. The science is best reflected in the way the paint is pulled by surface tension to all edges of the affected area without the need to spread the paint yourself.

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