Chemistry Flashcards
What is Oxidation?
A reaction that uses oxygen.
What is Rapid Combustion?
A form of oxidation that releases a large amount of energy in the form of heat and light in a short period of time.
What is Combustion?
A from of oxidation that releases a large amount of energy.
What are the three conditions that form combustion?
Presence of an oxidizing agent
Ignition Temperature
Presence of a fuel
What happens if one of the conditions in combustion doesn’t occur or is removed?
Combustion will stop.
Which combustion condition is removed when covering a ground fire with soil?
Removal of oxidizing agent.
Which combustion condition is removed when spraying fire with water?
Ignition temperature removed.
Which combustion condition is removed when cutting down trees on the outside perimeter of the fire?
Less fuel to be burned.
