Oil burns in air because it undergoes a chemical reaction with oxygen, resulting in combustion. In contrast, water extinguishes fire by smothering it and lowering the temperature, preventing oxygen from reaching the fuel source.
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Oil burns in air because it undergoes a chemical reaction with oxygen, resulting in combustion. In contrast, water extinguishes fire by smothering it and lowering the temperature, preventing oxygen from reaching the fuel source.