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

  • A
    Due to the absorption of latent heat of vaporization from the palm.
  • B
    Due to the release of heat into the palm.
  • C
    Due to the chemical reaction between the liquid and the skin.
  • D
    Due to the high temperature of the liquid.

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