Contact angle of liquid drop on solid surface.

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The discussion centers on the concept of surface tension as it relates to the contact angle of a liquid drop on a solid surface. It specifically addresses point 44 from the referenced PDF document, which outlines the direction of surface tension. The surface tension direction is confirmed to be tangential to both the liquid and solid interfaces. Additionally, the relevance of considering solid-air surface tension when balancing forces on the liquid is emphasized as crucial for understanding the behavior of liquid drops on solid surfaces.

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Can anyone explain point 44 of the attached pdf document on surface tension.

(Here's the link in case attachment doesn't work:
http://www.sakshieducation.com/EAMCET/QR/Physics/Jr Phy/12Surface tension _198-208_.pdf)

How is the surface tension direction found out?
Also why is surface tension for Solid-Air Surface considered when balancing forces on liquid?
Any help will be appreciated
Thank you.
 
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direction will be tangential to both interfaces.
 

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