Steam burns are more damaging than burns caused by boiling water because steam
A)gives up additional energy when it condenses.
B)has more energy per kilogram than boiling water.
C)Choices A and B are both correct.
D)Choices B and C are both incorrect.

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When steam comes in contact with skin, it gives up additional energy as it condenses into liquid form. This releases the latent heat of vaporization, adding extra heat energy to the skin. Additionally, steam has more energy per kilogram than boiling water, so it can cause more damage in a shorter amount of time. Therefore, both choices A and B are correct.

Steam Burns Are More Damaging Than Burns Caused by Boiling