Physics
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We can move our hands through air and water because their particles are loosely packed with large spaces in between. The particles can easily move aside when our hand passes through. In wood, the particles are very tightly packed and fixed in position, making it hard and rigid. Hence, we cannot move our hands through a wooden structure.
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Harsh's mother asked him to close the knob of the gas stove after use, but he forgot. After some time, his mother observed a smell of rotten cabbages in the whole house. She went to the kitchen and saw that the knob was still open. She closed it immediately. Later, she made Harsh understand that it is very dangerous to keep the knob of the stove open, as it can catch fire.
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(b) Name the gases that a gas cylinder usually contains.
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(d) What precautions should we follow to avoid any mishaps in the kitchen?
(e) What would you do in such a situation?
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