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31 October, 13:14

Ep-20 In general, what are dry chemical fire extinguishers designed to do?

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    Dry chemical fire extinguishers are designed to cut off the oxygen supply to the fire by forming a layer of substance that is impermeable to air.

    A fire requires ignition, fuel and oxygen. By removing the oxygen, dry chemical fire extinguishers effectively control and extinguish the flame. This is the same mechanism by which fire blankets work.
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