Question: If, immediately after the final state occurs, someone performs electric welding directly above the container’s opening, what is the most likely immediate consequence?
A. Generation of intense arc light harmful to the naked eye.
B. Instant combustion of the localized gases above the container opening.
C. Causing the liquid in the container to boil and splatter.
D. The welding equipment short-circuits due to unknown gases.
Clues:
1. The first panel shows an unlit match with a red tip being held by a hand over a container of clear liquid.
2. The second panel shows a hand holding a device resembling an electric arc lighter over the liquid, and a ripple is visible on the liquid's surface.
3. The third panel shows the same match, now ignited with a flame, being held in the same position over the liquid.
4. The match in the third panel is burning, indicating the presence of a flammable substance or condition that caused its ignition.
Answer: B
Category: Chemistry