Fire caused due kerosene oil can be extinguished by spraying water.

True

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False

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Solution

The correct option is B False
Density of water is higher than oil. Due to this, water sinks and the oil keeps burning on the top. Hence, it is not suitable for extinguishing fires involving any oil.

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