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Question
Is it possible to boil water in a thin paper container? Explain with a reason.
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Solution
Yes, it is possible to boil water in a thin paper cup because when heated the heat in the paper cup is transferred to the water through convection and paper cup doesn't get sufficient heat to get burnt
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