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When vapor pressure equals atmospheric pressure at the surface of a liquid it has reached its what?
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How much fire can 1.25 gal of water put out?
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The amount of fire that 1.25 gallons of water can put out depends on various factors such as the size and intensity of the fire. Generally, 1.25 gallons of wate
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Is it possible to start a fire with a tazer?
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What type of foam is used to extinguish a polar solvent fire?
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Alcohol-resistant foam is typically used to extinguish fires involving polar solvents, such as acetone or methanol. This type of foam forms a barrier between th
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How can getting large amounts of water from an aircraft be a good way to help firefighters put out forest fires?
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What does PASS stand with fire?
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PASS stands for Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep, which are the steps to follow when using a fire extinguisher in the event of a fire. It is a common mnemonic to remem
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Will an unlit match in a pile of leaves start a fire?
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Why should you not use the safety shower to put off the fire on the clothing?
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What is class c fire?
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Do you use CO2 to extinguish Liquid Fire?
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What can be used to extinguish a fire at a gas station?
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Class A fires are fueled by what?
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How much water is needed to extinguish a fire?
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What towns did the black Saturday fires hit?
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Why do you use water to extinguish fire?
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Why are more and more fire engines being painted yellow green instead of red?
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