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What method or fire extinguishers could be used to put out a burning paper in a metal bin?
Firstly, there are 5 different classes of fires, and a fire triangle.
With the fire, look at what is the cause of it. As it is a metal waste bin fire, I would assume that the paper has caught on fire for whatever reason, therefore it is an oxygen fire. With that information in mind, read my next points.
Using an ordinary combustible such as paper/wood/cloth; creates a Class A fire.
Extinguishing most fires and Class A fires, a regular water fire extinguishers would eliminate your dilemma. It is the cheapest and the most widely used extinguisher, so I would expect that your issue is related to that waste bin fire.
I hope my recompilation of statements and facts has led you to the correct conclusion in your dilemma. :)
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What could be the cause of the strong burning metal smell in the air?
The strong burning metal smell in the air could be caused by a nearby industrial accident, such as a fire at a metal processing plant or a chemical reaction involving metal materials.
What is a class d extinguisher used for?
No, hence them being Class D fire extinguishers they are only used on combustible metal fires. there are different class d extinguishers as well for specific metal fires no one class d extinguisher on all metal fires mostly very specific
What class of fire extinguishers are yellow and have a long wand?
Class D, for metal fires.
Is burning metal a chemical change?
no bcuz it is still metal it is a physical
What is the classification of a metal fire extinguisher and how does it differ from other types of fire extinguishers?
A metal fire extinguisher is classified as a Class D extinguisher, specifically designed to put out fires involving combustible metals like magnesium, titanium, and sodium. Unlike other types of fire extinguishers that are effective on different types of fires (such as Class A, B, or C), Class D extinguishers are specifically designed for metal fires and use a dry powder agent to smother the fire and prevent it from reigniting.
What drug smells like burning hair?
Marijuana, primarily. It could also be salvia, or several other "organic" drugs.
What are two common fire extinguishers that are ineffective on alkali metal fires?
Water and carbon dioxide fire extinguishers are ineffective on alkali metal fires because they can react violently with alkali metals, such as sodium or potassium, and actually make the fire worse. It is recommended to use a Class D fire extinguisher specifically designed for metal fires in this case.
Can you burn a metal oxide?
No. A metal oxide can be thought of as the product of burning a metal. In essence it has already burned.
Why is water not used as fire extinguisher?
Actually water IS used as a fire extinguisher - but not for all fires. Fire extinguishers are categorized by the "class" of fire they are intended to extinguish.In the USA (other regions have different classification schemes):Class A extinguishers are often (but not always) just water under pressure and are intended to extinguish fires where solid organic materials such as wood or paper are burning.Class B extinguishers are designed to put out burning liquid fires like oil, grease, gasoline, industrial solvents, etc. CO2 and foam are often used in these extinguishers. Water is not suitable because it would tend to just spread the liquid around and the burning liquid would float on top of the water and continue to burn. Even so, firefighters will often spray water over huge burning liquid fires (as a spray or mist) to cool things down and inhibit the spread of the fire to nearby flammable structures.Class C extinguishers are designed to fight electrical fires. The problem with using water in these extinguishers should be apparent - the water would conduct the electricity and increase the hazard not to mention causing additional shorting which can destroy other electrical equipment not involved in the fire.Class D extinguishers are designed to fight burning metal fires. Since many metals react with water to give off other flammable gases, pouring water on them is hardly a good solution. As an example - when pure sodium is placed into water it bursts into flames and give off Hydrogen gas.There is also a Class K extinguisher that is intended for grease and oil fires such as might flare up in a pan in a kitchen. they overlap the Class B extinguishers somewhat.
When metal are burned in air they form metal oxide?
Burning is an oxidation; oxides are then formed.
What does the smell of burning metal resemble?
The smell of burning metal is often described as a sharp, acrid odor that can be similar to the scent of sulfur or a strong metallic tang.
What color is magnesium when it is not burning?
Silvery-gray metal
