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Carbon dioxide fire extinguishers are designed for which fuel types?
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∙ 11y ago
Carbon dioxide fire extinguishers can be used on Class B, C and E.
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∙ 11y agoB & C.
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Carbon dioxide extinguishers are designed for which fuel types?
Both B and C
How do fire extinguishers hold so much carbon dioxide?
Yes, carbon dioxide is found in some types of fire extinguishers. In others, nitrogen gas or compressed air is used. Some expensive types contain other pressurized gases such as Halotron or similar "clean agents" that leave no residue.
What type of fire extinguishher for gasoline and varnish?
Class B fire extinguishers are used to flammable fires (such as those caused by gasoline and varnish). They come in several types, such as carbon dioxide (works by displacing the oxygen in the room) or dry chemical extinguishers.
Why does carbon dioxide helps to make foam that firefighters use?
it is a non-flammable gas that is effective at starving a fire of oxygen. Like other fire extinguishers (foam and water) it is only recommended for fighting certain types of fire. more infromation and recommendations on their use should be available through the fire department.
What gas is insise a fire extinguisher?
Many different types of fire extinguishers exist and many different gases are used. A water extinguisher may contain pressurized air. Other types use carbon dioxide or compressed nitrogen. There are also halogenated extinguishers containing proprietary mixtures of fire-suppression gases.
Portable fire extinguishers are labeled for what purpose?
to put out fire In other words, because there are different types of fires there are different types of fire extinguishers. The label will tell you what type of fire it is designed for.
When would you use a CO2 extinguisher?
Carbon Dioxide extinguishers are used for plenty types of fire. It's most effective against fires corresponding to flammable liquids, electrical equipment, cooking oils & fats. Do NOT use a Carbon Dioxide extinguisher for solids (wood, paper, cloth, etc) and flammable gases.
Are there different types of fire extinguishers for a boat or can I use the same type as I have in my house?
There are different types of fire extinguishers. For a boat it would be best to get a portable type like those designed for use in automobiles.
What is the chemical reaction in fire extinguishers?
Depends on what type it is and whether it is fixed or portable. There are many different kinds of fire extinguishers, some pressurized by air, nitrogen, carbon dioxide, among other things.Read more: What_is_the_chemical_reaction_in_fire_extinguishers
What types of air are there in plant habitats?
carbon dioxide
What are the types of organisms that remove carbon dioxide?
Plants.
What organisms eats carbon dioxide?
Carbon dioxide is a vapor, as it can not be eaten, but plants absorb carbon dioxide and give off oxygen all plant types do this, so hopefully, in answer to your question, all plant species absorbs carbon dioxide.
