We should never add water to acid because:

The reaction is exothermic

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The reaction is slow

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The reaction is endothermic

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The reaction doesn't take place

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The correct option is A
The reaction is exothermic

The reaction of acid and water is exothermic reaction since a lot of heat is liberated during the reaction. This heat changes some of the water to steam explosively which can splash the acid on our face or clothes and cause acid burns.

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