A Water-Filled Paper Cup Held in a Flame Will Not

question 32

Multiple Choice

A water-filled paper cup held in a flame will not catch fire. This is because

• A)the inside of the paper is wet.
• B)water is an excellent conductor of heat.
• C)paper is a poor conductor of heat.
• D)the paper cup cannot become appreciably hotter than the water it contains.

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Definitions:

Gliomas

A type of tumor that occurs in the brain and spinal cord, arising from glial cells that support nerve cells.

Meningiomas

A type of tumor that occurs in the meninges, the membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord, often benign but can cause serious problems as they grow.

Ependymal Cells

Ependymal cells are a type of glial cell that lines the ventricles in the brain and the central canal of the spinal cord, involved in the production of cerebrospinal fluid.

Cerebrospinal Fluid

A clear, colorless body fluid found in the brain and spinal cord, providing cushioning and maintaining a stable environment.