Question 1488 Deck General

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Which of the following describes one of the principle dangers inherent in liquified petroleum gas?

A the way it reacts with sea water
B as it warms up it becomes heavier than air
C the strong odor it produces
D its low temperature causes frostbite or freezing
AI Explanation

The correct answer is D) its low temperature causes frostbite or freezing. Liquified petroleum gas (LPG) is stored and transported under pressure, which causes it to become liquified. When released, the low temperature of the LPG can cause frostbite or freezing, making it a significant danger. This is due to the rapid expansion and cooling of the LPG when it is released from the pressurized container. The other options are incorrect because: A) the reaction with seawater is not a primary danger, B) LPG becomes lighter than air as it warms up, and C) the odor, while an important safety feature, is not one of the principle dangers of LPG.

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