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Regarding compressed oxygen cylinders used in the dental office, all of the following are correct EXCEPT:

  1. It is stored in a green-colored tank
  2. It is a fuel (combustible)
  3. It is flammable by itself
  4. It supports combustion as an oxidizer
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Correct answer: B. It is a fuel (combustible)

Oxygen supports combustion (it is an oxidizer) but is not itself a fuel and does not 'burn'; calling it a fuel/combustible is incorrect, making that the EXCEPTION.Other options: U.S. medical oxygen tanks are green; oxygen vigorously supports combustion of other materials, which is why it must be kept from sparks and grease.Key exam takeaway: Oxygen is an oxidizer (supports fire), not a fuel; U.S. medical O2 cylinders are green.

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