Which type/types of pen uses/ use capillary action in addition to gravity for flow of ink ?

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Q: 71 (CDS-I/2013)
Which type/types of pen uses/ use capillary action in addition to gravity for flow of ink ?

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Science

question_exam: 

CDS-I

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The correct answer is option 1: Fountain pen.

Explanation:

- Capillary action is the ability of a liquid to flow in narrow spaces or against gravity due to the cohesive and adhesive properties of the liquid and the surface tension.

- In a fountain pen, capillary action is used in addition to gravity for the flow of ink.

- The ink reservoir in a fountain pen contains ink that is drawn into the nib through capillary action.

- The nib of a fountain pen is designed with a thin slit that allows the ink to flow onto the paper when pressure is applied.

- The capillary action in a fountain pen helps to regulate the flow of ink and prevents it from flooding the paper.

None of the other options use capillary action:

- Ballpoint pens use a different mechanism where a small ball coated in ink rolls across the paper, relying solely on gravity for the flow of ink (option 2).

- Cel pens do not rely on capillary action or gravity for ink flow. Instead, the ink is stored in a reservoir and pushed onto the paper when pressure is applied (option 3).

- Gel pens also do not use capillary action. They use a pigmented gel-based ink that flows onto the paper when pressure is applied (option 4).

Therefore