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Burns are graded in degrees, such as first, second, or third (a few people use fourth, but it is not commonly used). But these designations are based on how much damage the burn does and not on the temperature of the object that caused the burn.

For instance, a fire can cause anywhere from a first to third degree burn, and it is very hot, while a chemical such as lye can also cause a first to third degree burn, but it is room temperature.

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