Is Helium Gas Flammable? Can it Explode?
When you hear helium, most people think about balloons. And that is probably one of the most common uses for this compressed gas, though it’s not the only use. You may be wondering if a …
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Is Bleach Flammable or Explosive?
Bleach is a common, household chemical that is used for everything from sanitizing bathrooms to whitening fabrics to removing mold or mildew. While it is used all over, many don’t know what bleach is made …
How Do You Put Out A Magnesium Fire?
Magnesium is one of a few metals that can catch fire. A highly reactive silvery looking metal which burns with a fierce light and generates an appreciable amount of heat. So, if you find yourself …
What Does A Burning Body Smell Like? Firefighter Answered
This is a great, if slightly unpleasant, question and it’s certainly one that anyone considering becoming a firefighter may think about. That’s because sooner or later, you will probably encounter a burned body on the …
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Does Metal Burn In A Fire? Examined
At first glance, this may seem like a silly question, but there are no silly questions in life and in fact, “does metal burn in a fire?” is a complicated question with quite a few …
Why And How Does Water Put Out Fire? Explained
Everyone knows that water extinguishes fires, right? But why and how does this common liquid, which is made of hydrogen and oxygen (two things that can further fuel a fire) extinguish fires, rather than making …
Black Smoke: What Does It Mean And What Causes It?
If you’ve ever watched a fire and seen thick, angry plumes of smoke rising up to the sky, you may have wondered what makes smoke the color it is and what that means? Black smoke …
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House Fire Temperature: How Hot Does It Get?
Firefighting can be a hard job and one of the hardest things to deal with is burning buildings. This is not just because of the heat, but also because of the impact on human life. …
Is Paint Flammable/Combustible?
If you have spray paint lying around in your home or your office, then you may be wondering how flammable or combustible it is and whether you should take steps to store the paint safely? …
Is Hydrogen Peroxide Flammable? Examined
Hydrogen Peroxide is a chemical that is quite common for many uses. Like most chemicals, it is important to understand how it behaves, so that you can be aware of any risks or hazards while …