Why is water used in a rubber bag for fomentation on the body?

  • A
    Water is cheap and easily available.
  • B
    Water has a very high specific heat capacity.
  • C
    Water is a good conductor of heat.
  • D
    Water does not leak easily from rubber bags.

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