UPSC CSE Prelims 2012 Q93 — Science & Technology PYQ with Answer

Consider the following statements: If there were no phenomenon of capillarity

1. It would be difficult to use a kerosene lamp

2. One would not be able to use a straw to consume a soft drink

3. The blotting paper would fail to function

4. The big trees that we see around would not have grown on the Earth

Which of the statements given above are correct?