When the flow-metering device of a home liquid O2 system is turned on, O2 leaves the container through a vaporizing coil, where it is heated by exposure to which of the following?

a. Hot water
b. Ambient air
c. Electrical energy
d. Ultrasound

ANS: B
When flow is turned on, gaseous O2 passes through a vaporizing coil, where it is warmed by ex-posure to room temperature.

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