When a base substance is placed on a burn caused by an acid:

A) the burn will be confined to the epidermis.
B) an exothermic reaction is less likely to occur.
C) the toxicity of the acid is effectively neutralized.
D) heat is generated as a by-product of the reaction.


Ans: D) heat is generated as a by-product of the reaction.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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