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Fires need oxygen to burn. Without it, the fire goes out. Using CO2 displaces oxygen in the environment.

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What fire extinguisher puts out a generator fire?

We are use the co2 as fire extinguisher


Which gas puts out fire?

CO2 - carbon dioxide


Why use CO2 to put out fires?

Fire needs oxygen (O2), and when you pour CO2 on the flame, it replaces the oxygen, and the combustion in the flame can no longer happen. Kind of the same principle of why you can't breath underwater. You nor a flame can breath CO2 or water.


Why is CO2 used to put out fires?

Because the three things that are needed to start a fire is fuel oxygen and a source of heat. The co2 takes the place of the oxygen and puts it out


How does a carbon dioxide extingusher put out a eletrical fire?

A carbon dioxide extinguisher puts out an electrical fire by displacing oxygen around the fire and cooling the surrounding area. CO2 is a non-conductive gas, making it safe for use on electrical fires, as it won't conduct electricity and can effectively suffocate the flames. By reducing the oxygen concentration, the extinguisher helps to extinguish the fire without causing damage to electrical equipment.


What are the consequences if you use a co2 fire extinguisher on the wrong fire?

CO2 fire extingushers are all purpose fire extingushers, due to the fact that CO2 is heavier than air and is not conductive to electricity like water, it can be used on any type of fire. in some instances other extinguishing agents may be more effective however, like class k extinguishers on grease fires or good old water on larger fires.


What gas puts out a flame?

CO2(carbon Dioxide)


Does CO2 put fire out?

Yes. The CO2 suffocates that fire by depleting the oxygen feeding it.


What does CO2 do to a lit splint?

It goes out.


Who puts out fire?

firefighters


How do you convert kwh to CO2 tons?

The amount of CO2 generated from electricity (kWh) is dependant upon the way the electricity is generated. Burning a barrel of oil to produce electricity yields far more CO2 than generating the same amount of electricity from wind or water. One should contact their electricity provider to get a break-down of how the electricity is generated.


Why is Fire Weak to Water?

Because Water puts fire out.