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Why ether fire cannot be extinguished with water?

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### Step-by-Step Text Solution: 1. **Understanding Ether and Its Properties**: - Ethers, such as ethyl ether, are organic compounds characterized by an oxygen atom connected to two alkyl or aryl groups. - One important property of ethers is their density compared to water. 2. **Density Comparison**: - Ethers are generally less dense than water. For example, ethyl ether has a density of about 0.713 g/cm³, while water has a density of 1 g/cm³. ...
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