answersLogoWhite

0

Assuming it has a concave meniscuss, which most liquirds do, the surface tension causes an upward force, which only has any real effect in a small tube. Mercury is the oppostite, as it has a convex meniscess(shape where the liquid meets the air). Both of these assume a tube that is open at the top; if it is closed, the situation changes.

User Avatar

Wiki User

12y ago

What else can I help you with?

Related Questions

Why does steam rise in a pond?

The water temperature is higher then the surrounding air.


How fast do bubbles rise in water?

The speed at which bubbles rise in water depends on factors such as the size of the bubble, water temperature, and water density. On average, bubbles can rise at a speed of about 2-3 centimeters per second in still water. However, in turbulent water or with smaller bubbles, the speed of rise can be faster.


Why does it take the water longer to boil when it has salt in it?

When salt is added to water, it increases the boiling point of the water, requiring it to reach a higher temperature to boil. This is because the salt disrupts the formation of water vapor molecules, which slows down the boiling process.


Is the mid-ocean ridge larger or smaller than the Himalayas?

It depends on what you mean by larger or smaller. The ridge is much longer than the Himalayas, but does not rise as high above the surrounding terrain.


Do things rise higher in fresh water than in saltly water?

No, salty water has higher density, that's why it's easier to stay close to surface in sea or ocean.


If you put water into a bottle of liquor does it rise or sink?

It sinks because it has a higher density.


What happens when ship rise enters the sea from a river?

A sea has salty water so therefore it has a higher density than river water. The sea basically is "thicker water" so the ship will rise.


When the water of the ocean is at a higher level than its average this is referred to as .?

When the water of the ocean is at a higher level than its average, this is referred to as sea level rise.


What is it called when a hurricane causes the water in the ocean to rise higher than usual?

surge tide


Does the sea level rise in winter?

yes the sea level does rise in winter due to the cold frezzing lower down in the sea freezes it sends the rest of the water higher up in the water


What is it called when a hurricane causes the water of the ocean to rise much higher than usual?

The storm surge.


Why is a bond with a higher interest rate often considered a higher risk investment?

Bonds with a higher interest rate are often considered a higher risk investment because when interest rates rise, bond prices fall; conversely, when rates decline, bond prices rise. The longer the time to a bond's maturity, the greater its interest rate risk.