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What is the minimum temperature that qualifies water as "hot water"?

  1. 100°F

  2. 110°F

  3. 120°F

  4. 130°F

The correct answer is: 110°F

The classification of water as "hot water" typically begins at a minimum temperature of 110°F. This threshold is significant because it indicates that the water is heated enough to be considered hot, according to health and safety standards in many industries, including those involving tattooing and body art. Maintaining a water temperature at or above this level is crucial for effective sanitation, as hotter water can better assist in the dissolution of contaminants and the activation of cleaning agents. In various contexts, water at this temperature is also necessary to effectively prepare and sterilize professional equipment, ensuring that proper hygiene measures are followed to prevent infection or transmission of pathogens. As a result, while choices such as 100°F and 120°F may reflect temperatures that are comfortably warm or hotter, they do not meet the recognized minimum standard for "hot water," which is established at 110°F.