Maharashtra BoardEnglish MediumSTD 8ScienceCombustion and flame1 Mark
Question
Explain why, fire caused by electricity should not be extinguished by pouring water.
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Answer
Water is conductive in nature and hence the electricity in the equipment could reach the extinguisher (the person dousing the fire using water) and can electrocute him/ her.
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