What is one possible cause of a third-degree burn?

A third-degree burn, also known as a full-thickness burn, occurs when the damage extends through all layers of the skin and affects deeper tissues. One possible cause of such severe burns is contact with electricity. Electrical burns can cause significant tissue damage and may not only affect the surface of the skin but can also lead to internal injuries due to the flow of electrical current through the body. The severity of an electrical burn varies widely, depending not only on the voltage but also on the duration of exposure.

In contrast, excessive sun exposure typically leads to first or second-degree burns rather than third-degree burns. Brief contact with hot objects can cause second-degree burns, as can immersion in hot liquids, but these generally do not result in the full thickness of skin destruction seen in third-degree burns.