Question

Anita saw her mother lighting a stove in the kitchen when the kerosene was heated a little and it cathes fire. but wood does not catach fire. why so?
mathematics ​

Answer 1

Answer:

kerosene catches fire immediately

Explanation:

This is because the kerosene feul is highly inflammable and cathes fire immediately. but in case of wood it takes time to break down the inter molecular force of attraction and thus takes time to catch fire

Answer 2

Answer:

• Sodium is highly reactive. It reacts vigorously with oxygen in air and water and may catch fire. So it is kept immersed in Kerosene oil to prevent it's reaction with oxygen to prevent accidental fires.

• The ignition temperature of wood is higher than that of kerosene.

Explanation:

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