Question

Write True/False against the following statement.
Water is the best extinguisher for fire.

Answer 1

Correct option is B. False
$$\mathrm{CO}_2$$ (Carbon dioxide) is the best fire extinguisher. Water cannot be used to extinguish fires caused due to faulty electrical wires or connections but $$CO_2$$ can be used in those cases as well. This is because water is a good conductor of electricity. It will make the fire spread and cause more damage.

On the other hand, $$CO_2$$ covers the fire like a blanket and cuts off the oxygen supply, eventually stopping a big fire.

Hence, the given statement is "False".