Question

the oil fires should not be sprayed with water why

Answer 1

because oil is lighter than water so it will float over water

Answer 2

Answer :

The oil fires should not be sprayed with water :

Reasons : 1. water is heavier than the oil .

                 2. It slinks below the oil .

                 3. oil keeps burning on the top of water .

so, water is not sutable for oil fires .