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yes, because many modern fires contain chemicals and other elements that burn hotter, and are often not affected by water. foam works better because it is specifically designed to put out fires that are either not affected by water, or become more intense when water is added, much like grease fires that arise when cooking.
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Why do foam cups insulate better than glass cups?
Foam lets extra cold air reach the water
What cup will freeze water faster glass or a foam?
I assume you mean the water in the cup. Foam is a better insulator than glass, so it should be the water in the glass cup.
What will insulate better a foam or plastic cup?
Foam will insulate better than plastic.
Does metal or foam keep water hotter longer?
In general, foam is a better insulator than metal, and so foam would be expected to keep water hotter longer under most normal circumstances.
Why are feather pillows better than foam pillows?
I don't thing so feather pillow is better than foam pillow. I know that feature pillow is much more soft than the foam but if feather pllow get in water then it almost worse whereas foam pillow is remain same after dry. Some people have allergy from the feathers pillow
What are visco foam matresses and why are visco foam mattresses better than other types of mattresses?
Visco foam mattresses are often referred to as a "Memory Foam" Mattress. These Visco mattresses are better than other types of mattresses because they adjust to the persons body that lays on the mattress.
Air is a better insulator than fiberglass batting?
Fiberglass insulation is better than air, but closed cell foam is better.
How can you determine if foam is a better insulator than paper?
yes you can test it under a lamp and see the temp. for the foam and paper and if one has the lowest than that's the better insulator!good luck!
Does cold water stay colder in a plastic cup or a foam cup?
You're talking about holding the temperature of the water, right? As far as containing the liquid, they're about equal...but a styrofoam or double-wall plastic cup would hold temp better than a glass cup which would work better than a single-wall plastic cup.
Is a sprung mattress better than a foam mattress?
I would personnaly say memory foam is the best (foam) as it is soft, comfortable and takes the shape of your body once you have been lying on it.
Are cheap memory foam mattress better than a regular box spring mattress?
Many people find memory foam mattresses far superior to spring mattresses and would agree that cheap memory foam is better. Make sure to check overstock.com for awesome prices on memory foam mattresses that are highly rated.
Are foam mattress's better than normal ones?
The choice between a mattress with springs, foam, or air often depends on personal preference. The benefits of foam mattresses is that your body heat softens the foam at the appropriate places, which helps to support the natural lines and curves of your body.
