JAMB Physics 2013 Objective — Question 21
Question 21 of 50 from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Physics 2013 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.
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Steam from boiling water causes more damage on the skin than does boiling water because
- A. steam has a high specific heat
- B. steam has latent heat of vaporization while boiling water does notCorrect
- C. the steam is at a higher temperature than the water
- D. steam brings heat more easily by convection
Explanation
Steam carries additional latent heat of vaporization which boiling water at the same temperature does not release, causing greater tissue damage.
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