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why is oil or grease applied to the moving parts of the machine?

Lubricants like oil, grease etc. fill up the irregularities of the surfaces, making them smoother. Hence, friction decreases. 

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Lubrication forms a layer between the two surfaces filling the spaces between the interlocks and making machine smoother to move.
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