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A radioactive source was needed for ions to get trapped by the smoke particles and conduct less of an electric field. Several sources were tried before Americium was settled upon.

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How do you find the percent composition of a given element?

You don't. Elements are all just one substance. The element 'gold' is 100% gold; the element Americium is 100% Americium; The element Krypton is 100% Krypton, and so on through the table of the elements.


How do you light a smoke bomb?

if youre talking about ping pong ball smoke bombs and kno3 smoke bombs just keep the flame on it untill it smokes. me myself i find ping pong balls crush them into bits but instead of wraping the howl lots up you leave abit out and light it and itl produce a massive flame and then stomp it out and off it goes


What element was named after Germany?

The element named after Germany is germanium (Ge). It was discovered by Clemens Winkler in 1886 and named in honor of his home country. Germanium is commonly used in electronic devices like transistors and infrared optics.


How do forensic scientists find fingerprints using iodine?

Forensic scientists use iodine fuming to detect latent fingerprints by sublimating solid iodine crystals, which react with oils and fats on the skin. The iodine forms a visible brown color on the fingerprint ridges, making them easier to visualize and collect as evidence.


Why can you light a candle by putting a match flame in the smoke of a candle which has been blown out?

A very good question my freind and im surprised no one has given you the answer. This is very unusual thing since smoke is carbon dioxide and is NOT flamable but however the candle is coated in "proffin" so its the proffin in the smoke that causes the candle to light back up. im not registerd to this site i just thought i would answer your Q if you had any other Q's or wanted to thank me my email is: j0k3r@live.com that is a zero not an o lol WRONG /\ Actually, smoke is quite flammable. Smoke is generally seen from fires that are burning every inefficiently (such as one that is just put), thus the smoke contains a lot of the unburnt fuel. Efficient fires to not produce smoke. Anyway, the smoke from the blown out candle is fuel...as it travels upwards it mixes with the oxygen in the air...thus we have two side of the fire triangle. However, since you cooled the candle (by blowing on it) you removed the last part, the heat; thus combustion stopped. When you light the smoke with a match, you re-introduce the heat and combustion begins anew. Never heard of "proffin" nor was I able to find it on google or anywhere. Did you mean paraffin? Candles are made of paraffin (that is actually what burns) the wick allows the flame to be incident on the surface of the wax; the wax vaporizes and is actually what burns not the wick. -nickccoates@gmail.com

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Can you tell me the best website to find home smoke detector?

ConsumerReport is a great website to start. The website lists the best home smoke detectors and gives review. Here is a link to their website: http://www.consumersearch.com/smoke-detectors


Who sells the highest quality smoke detector?

I think it is a great idea to research smoke detectors to find the best one for you. The brands available vary from country to country, but if you have a look at this site it will give you some good comparisons. http://www.consumersearch.com/smoke-detectors


What exactly is a brk smoke alarm?

BRK is a company that specializes in home safety product solutions. They deal with products such as smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors. You can find more information about this company and their products here: http://www.brkelectronics.com/


Are BRK smoke detectors a reliable brand?

yes BRK smoke dectectors are a very reliabel brand. you can find out more about BRK smoke dectecots from going to this website www.brkelectronics.com/


How Do smoke alarm Work?

There are 2 types of smoke detectors: ionization detectors and photoelectric detectors. Although they use different mechanisms both essential set off an alarm when smoke obscures the line of sight between 2 objects within the detector.


Where can I learn more about smoke and fire detectors?

you can learn about smoke and fire detectors on the internet. A good website to find information on is http://www.safetyathome.com/home-safety/home-safety-articles/the-importance-of-smoke-alarms-for-your-family/?gclid=CMKG2sGrkaoCFQcEbAodjSRLwQ . this website will give you tips and describe the importance of safety devices.


Where can i find wireless smoke detectors?

You should head on down to your local hardware stores and ask them to the smoke detector section. They are guranteed to sell them. Also, do not forget to buy batteries.


Where can I find a wireless smoke detector?

Any home improvement stores and hardware stores carry a wide variety of battery operated smoke detectors. However rental code requires your landlord to provide a smoke detector in more regions.


Where can I find a specific fire alarm system manufacturer?

It is, indeed, very important to check the reliability of the alarms. You can find a really good list along with some reviews over at http://www.consumersearch.com/smoke-detectors


What is portable gas detectors?

By portable gas detectors we can be easily find out many gases at one time.


What are some good CO detectors?

There are many good CO detectors. It is advised to read the reviews of CO detectors in consumer publications and find the CO detector that is best suited to one's needs.


What are the best smoke alarms available for home construction and improvement?

The Nest Protect, First Alert Onelink, and Kidde Smoke Alarm are some of the best smoke detectors for home construction and renovation. These models offer advanced features such as connectivity, voice alerts, and smartphone integration for added safety and convenience.