Chemistry
Class 9
Why is steam more dangerous than boiling water?
Both are at 100°C, but steam burns worse. Why?
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uniboardhub
4 months ago
Steam contains hidden heat called latent heat of vaporization. When it condenses on skin, it releases this extra heat, causing severe burns.
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