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The upward force exerted by a liquid on an object immersed in it is called:
AViscosity
BTension
CUpthrust
DFriction
✓ Correct Answer: C — Upthrust
Upthrust or buoyant force is the vertical upward force exerted by a fluid on an object submerged in it.
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