Chapter 17 - Fire Attack And Foam Flashcards
1
Q
Adjustable-gallonage fog nozzle
A
A nozzle that allows the operator to select a desired flow from several settings.
2
Q
Aerating
A
The process of inducing air into the foam solution, which expands and finishes the foam.
3
Q
Alcohol-resistant foam
A
Used for fighting fires involving water-soluble materials or fuels that are destructive to other types of foams. Some alcohol-resistant foams are capable of forming a vapor-suppressing aqueous film on the surface of hydrocarbon fuels.
