U2-1-1 - The Fire Triangle Flashcards
1
Q
Fuel
A
A substance that can be burned to release energy.
2
Q
Another word for burning is …
A
combustion.
3
Q
During combustion, fuels combine with …
A
oxygen.
4
Q
Is combustion exothermic or endothermic?
A
Exothermic
5
Q
What are the 3 parts of the fire triangle?
A
6
Q
How do you stop a fire?
A
Remove at least one part of the fire trangle (oxygen, heat or fuel).
7
Q
A damp towel can be used to extinguish a chip pan fire. How does this work?
A
Prevents oxygen from reaching the burning fuel
