Which Statement Best Describes Why Steam Burns Are More Severe

Multiple Choice

Which statement best describes why steam burns are more severe than boiling water burns?

A) Steam transfers more heat energy to the skin than boiling water due to the change of state from gas to liquid.
B) Steam remains hot in the air while water cools quickly as it pours.
C) Steam is hotter than boiling water.
D) Steam covers the skin more thoroughly than water.
E) Actually, steam does not cause more severe burns than boiling water.