How does pouring water extinguish a fire? - Vidyadip

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How does pouring water extinguish a fire?

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Water extinguishes heat by cooling down the burning substance. When water is thrown on substances, it gets cooled below its ignition temperature and also stops burning. The water vapour produced by the action of heat of fire on water surround the burning material and help in cutting off the supply of air.

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