A cold liquid poured on burns caused by hot objects is:

water

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alcohol

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milk

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Solution

The correct option is A
water

Generally, the substances which have a high value of specific heat will absorb or release heat slowly.
The substances which have higher values of specific heat retain coolness for longer times.
Water is the substance that has the highest value of specific heat. It is also used as a coolant.
Hence, the cold liquid that is poured on the burns caused by hot objects is (A) water.

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