Question

name the material which is used to make wicks for oil lamps. why is it used​

Answer 1

Answer:

soot from carbon is the answer

Answer 2

Cotton is the name of the material which is used to make wicks for oil lamps.  

Explanation:

It is used to make wicks because it has thread strands which act like fine capillaries. In oil lamps, a white thread like substance made of cotton is used as wick. The main aim of this type of lamp is to provide continuous lighting till the oil gets consumed. As cotton has capillaries it allows entry of oil without any hindrance.