CBSE Class 9 Science Question 24 of 26

Matter in Our Surroundings — Question 3

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Why does our palm feel cold when we put some acetone or petrol, or perfume on it?

Answer

Acetone, petrol, and perfume are volatile substances. These particles gain energy from our palm or surrounding and evaporate causing the palm to feel cool.