Combustion

Science

Combustion

The reaction that occurs when a substance is heated in the presence of oxygen which produces heat energy and light energy

Three conditions needed for combustion

Oxygen, fuel and heat

How to prevent combustion

Remove one of the conditions needed for combustion

Fire extinguisher

Protective tool that is used to put out a fire or handle a small fire, usually during an emergency

Types of fire extinguisher

Water, dry powder, foam, carbon dioxide and dry sand

Type of fire extinguisher that used for solid material

Water and dry powder

Type of fire extinguisher that used for liquid

Foam, dry powder and carbon dioxide

Type of fire extinguisher used for gas

Foam, dry powder and carbon dioxide

Type of fire extinguisher used for metal

Dry powder and dry sand

Safety measure to prevent occurrence of fire

Keep away flammable sustances from fire and always aware of your electrical appliances