Correct option is C
Steam causes more severe burns compared to boiling or hot water because steam carries more energy due to its latent heat of vaporization. When steam condenses on the skin, it releases a large amount of heat as it transitions from gas to liquid, causing deeper and more severe burns. In contrast, boiling water only transfers its specific heat upon contact.
Latent heat: When water turns into steam, it absorbs energy (latent heat), which is released upon condensation, intensifying the burn.
