When a vessel fails, the ensuing release of vapor and liquid can be very violent, causing the explosive release of tremendous forces. This explosive release is called a BLEVE (____ vapor explosion).

A. boiling liquid extrication
B. burning liquid extrication
C. burning liquid expanding
D. boiling liquid expanding


Answer: D

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