Wax is coated on the inner wall of a capillary tube and the tube is then dipped in water. Then,compared to the unwaxed capillary,the angle of contact $\theta$ and the height $h$ up to which water rises change. These changes are:

  • A
    $\theta$ increases and $h$ also increases
  • B
    $\theta$ decreases and $h$ also decreases
  • C
    $\theta$ increases and $h$ decreases
  • D
    $\theta$ decreases and $h$ increases

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