5. Fluids And Fluid Systems Flashcards
1
Q
What is the flash point?
A
The lowest temperature when fluid evaporates enough to burn into a flame if ignited
2
Q
What is the auto-ignition point
A
The lowest temperature when flame is generated in presence of air, without external ignition
3
Q
What is compressibility?
A
The property of a fluid to change volume when subjected to changing pressure
4
Q
What is chemical stability?
A
It is the fluid resistance to oxidation and molecular linkage to other components
5
Q
What is a materials corrosive characteristic?
A
The ability of the fluid to favour corrosion of the metal reservoir that contains the fluid
