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Why does a mechanic apply grease between the moving parts of a bicycle or a motor?

ATo clean the parts

BTo make the parts look shiny

CAs a lubricant to reduce friction

DTo remove rust

Answer:

C. As a lubricant to reduce friction

Read Explanation:

A mechanic applies grease between the moving parts of a bicycle or a motor as a lubricant to reduce the friction. Grease as a lubricant makes a film between moving parts which makes a seamless and smooth movement of part and reduces the friction.


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