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Fire is considered one of the biggest hazards in a laboratory and there are four classes of fire. In a scenario where only water is available, name one of the classes of fire during which water is not a suitable distinguisher. Give your reason and suggest a suitable method to put out the fire you have identified.

Fire is considered one of the biggest hazards in a laboratory and there are four classes of fire. In a scenario where only water is available, name one of the classes of fire during which water is not a suitable distinguisher. Give your reason and suggest a suitable method to put out the fire you have identified.

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Prudent practices in laboratories reduce occupational risks that chemists are exposed to. a) Fire is considered one of the biggest hazards in a laboratory and there are four classes of fire. In a scenario where only water is available, name one of the classes of fire during which water is not a suitable distinguisher. Give your reason and suggest a suitable method to put out the fire you have identified.
Transcribed Image Text:Prudent practices in laboratories reduce occupational risks that chemists are exposed to. a) Fire is considered one of the biggest hazards in a laboratory and there are four classes of fire. In a scenario where only water is available, name one of the classes of fire during which water is not a suitable distinguisher. Give your reason and suggest a suitable method to put out the fire you have identified.
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