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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 13y agoHalon(R) used to be used, that did this. It is not used any more.
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What human made chemical in particular destroys the ozone layer?
it mid be smoke cause smoke can cause fire and can burn the ozone layer
What are fire extinguishers be used for?
FIRE extinguishers are used to put out fire.
What do fire extinguishers have inside?
A cold smoke. A really cold chemical.
How does fire get extinguished through a dry chemical used in fire extinguishers?
It suffoctaes the fire by depriving the fire of air which it needs to burn.
What are the contents of a multipurpose fire extinguisher?
Multi-purpose fire extinguishers, like ABC, are typically dry chemical.
Multipurpose dry chemical extinguishers are effective on all classes except?
D and K fire
How do fire extinguishers affect the ozone layer?
No, fire works donot harm ozone layer.The substances that are causing ozone layer depletion are freons, CFC's etc.. These are called as ozone-depleting substances (ODS).
Is nitrogen in fire extinguishers?
Nitrogen can be used in fire extinguishers as gas propellant.
What are dry chemical fire extinguishers to do?
They form a barrier on the surface of the burning substance - which melts to form an airtight layer - starving the fire of oxygen. Smother the fire
What is halon fire extinguisher used for?
Class A fire extinguishers - used for fires caused by "ordinary combustibles" aka paper, wood, plastic, cardboard, etc.Class B fire extinguishers - used for fires caused by flammable liquids such as gasoline and oil.Class C fire extinguishers - used for electrical firesClass D fire extinguishers - used for fires caused by explosive or flammable metals (most commonly found in laboratoriesClass K fire extinguishers - used for fires found in commercial kitchens
I know fire extinguishers don't use water, but what is inside a fire extinguisher?
Some fire extinguishers use dry chemicals and some use a foam to extinguish flames. Some fire extinguishers actually still use water, but they're only for use on smaller fires. Others use a dry chemical, mostly sodium bicarbonate, or Carbon Dioxide.
Do all boats need fire extinguishers?
No, there are boats that do not need any fire extinguishers.
