12 Questions
What is required for a substance to oxidize?
Be surrounded by oxygen molecules
What is the initial stage of a combustion process known as?
Ignition
What is the result of a chain reaction in a fire?
Release of more heat
Which element of the fire triangle is crucial for combustion to occur?
Presence of air
What are the components of the fire triangle?
Fuel, oxygen, and heat
Which of the following is a key component of the fire tetrahedron?
Chemical reaction
In the combustion stages of solids and liquids, what is the primary requirement to initiate the process?
Sufficient energy
Which term refers to the self-sustaining chemical process in a fire that continuously generates heat and fuels the fire?
Chain reaction
What are the three components required for combustion or fire, based on the text?
Fuel, Oxygen, Heat
What percentage of oxygen is present in the air we breathe?
20%
Why do most liquids cease to burn if the oxygen content is reduced to 10%, as mentioned in the text?
Lack of oxygen inhibits the combustion process
What is the purpose of Oxygen in the combustion process, based on the text?
To combine with fuel and support burning
Test your knowledge on the oxidation process of chemical substances and the conditions required for ignition. Learn about substances that require specific conditions to oxidize and ignite, including examples like carbon disulfide. Understand the importance of safety measures to prevent fires caused by ignition sources.
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