Extinguishing Agents Flashcards by Andrew Moore | Brainscape

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Extingushing agent is

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A material used with fire equipment to suppress or put out fires

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Why is water the primary extinguishing agent?

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Cheap
Easy to transport
Best heat absorbing capability

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Flow formula for extinguishing a fire

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NFF= l x w / 3( % involved)

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