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Combustion requires heat, oxygen, and fuel. When sand is thrown on the fire it smothers the flames. (Removal of oxygen)
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Why sand is used to put off the fire?
Sand forms a barrier between the fuel (whatever is on fire) and oxygen from the air.
Is it safe to put candles in a tray of sand?
It is safe since sand cannot catch on fire.
Why should sand be poured to put out fire?
Sand is heavy enough to push out all the air from the burning material. If a fire is starved of oxygen - it cannot burn.
What is fire sand?
Fire or furnace sand is generally coarser than the sand used in metal molding. It is used in building floors for acid open-hearth furnaces and in lining the cupolas and ladles that contain molten metal in the foundry industries.
Why does burning magnesium explode when extinguished with water?
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Does sand help put out fire fire?
Starves it of oxygen
How do you put out an magnesium fire?
you throw dry sand on it
Why sand is used to put off the fire?
Sand forms a barrier between the fuel (whatever is on fire) and oxygen from the air.
Why do fire men use sand to put a fire out?
because it takes away the oxygen which fuels a fire.
Is it safe to put candles in a tray of sand?
It is safe since sand cannot catch on fire.
How fast does water put out fire compared to sand?
Water would take longer because it is a liquid. Sand would put it out faster
How do you put out wildfire?
Sand, water or a fire extinguisher are all effective at putting out a wood fire.
How do you put out a pan fire?
The best way is to use sand or water.
Why should sand be poured to put out fire?
Sand is heavy enough to push out all the air from the burning material. If a fire is starved of oxygen - it cannot burn.
What will do in case of electric fire?
switch off the main switch and use sand to put off the fire
How do you put out a gasolinepetroleum fire out?
put something nonflammable like sand or dirt over it to keep it from getting oxygen
Do i should water put out a gasoline fire?
No but you can use sand. If you have some lying around.
