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Mechanical Engineering · Q30

Automobile Engineering

Engineering and GATE · Mechanical Engineering · question 30

Q30

The main cause for the change in engine oil viscosity is

A.
Humidity
B.
Temperature
Answer
C.
Vibration
D.
Contamination

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
The high temperatures can sheer/crack the oil molecules into smaller molecules, which causes a decrease in viscosity.