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What are inert gases?
Inert gases are the noble gases (He, Ne, Ar, Kr, Xe, and Rn). They used to be called the inert gases until Neil Bartlett proved that you could make compounds out of some of them, so they were renamed "inert" gases.
Can flour be used to extinguish fires?
No, flour should not be used to extinguish fires as it can actually make the fire worse by creating a dust explosion. It is safer to use a fire extinguisher or water to put out a fire.
Can inert gases be stored with oxidizing gases?
No, inert gases should not be stored with oxidizing gases. Inert gases like nitrogen or argon are used to displace oxygen in storage containers to prevent combustion or oxidation reactions. Storing them with oxidizing gases could lead to potential fire or explosion hazards.
When was argon first used to extinguish fires?
Argon was first used to extinguish fires in the early 20th century. It gained popularity as a fire suppression agent due to its effectiveness in displacing oxygen and suppressing combustion.
Do you use CO2 to extinguish Liquid Fire?
The CO2 or the dry Chemicals can be used to extinguish Liquid Fire, though other extinguishes can be used like halogen extinguishers, BUT the halogen is doesn't help as much as it harms, because it causes a toxic gas, and there is Foam extinguishers they come handy too.
Can flour effectively extinguish grease fires?
No, flour should not be used to extinguish grease fires as it can cause the fire to spread. It is recommended to use a fire extinguisher or baking soda to put out a grease fire.
What group of elements is used in neon lamps?
Inert gases.
How does chemistry help firefighters?
Materials used by firefighter are chemical products.
What class fires involve combustible metals such as sodium titanium and magnesium.?
Those are class D fires. They can be very hard to extinguish, and require that they be buried or a special extinguishing agent be used. Those fires are not affected by water.
A gas that is used in lightbulbs?
inert gases as helium,neon,argon are used for for the production of light bulbs.nitrogen gas due to its inertness is used to provide inert atmosphere for the production of electronics....
What are the advantages and disadvantages of co2 fire extinguisher?
It can be safely used on electrical fires, it will extinguish burning liquids, and it leaves no residue behind.
Why sulfur hexaflouride is used in Gas Insulated Substation?
SF6 is used in circuit breakers to help extinguish the arc when deenergizing parts of the system. It is a dense inert gas that will deionize the are.
