Practice mode Everyday Science

What would happen if there were no capillary action?

Correct answer D. All of the above

Explanation

Capillarity lifts kerosene up a lamp wick, draws ink into blotting paper and helps move water through the narrow xylem of plants, so all would fail without it.

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