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Cotton seeds can catch fire. They possess a self-heating property because of its oil content. It may spontaneously burn if not handled properly.

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Why does Cotton catch on fire?

Yes, cotton will burn.


Can a cotton plant catch on fire easy?

Cotton is a highly flammable material, and cotton plants are known to catch fire easily if exposed to a flame or spark. The high cellulose content in cotton fibers makes them combustible, which is why cotton fires can spread quickly. It is important to take precautions to prevent cotton plants from coming into contact with sources of ignition.


Does cotton have seeds in them?

Yes, cotton bolls contain seeds.


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What was the function of the cotton gin?

To separate seeds from cotton :)


Why is water sprayed near cotton mills in dry season?

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How flamability is cotton?

Quite flammable, being as how they can quite easily catch on fire when very near flame.


Who created cotton seeds?

No human created cotton seeds. They are a natural part of the cotton plant's reproductive cycle.


What did the cotton factory do?

it helped separate Cotton seeds from the cotton


Who invented a machine that pulled seeds from raw cotton?

Eli Whitney invented the cotton gin which removes the seeds from cotton.


What is the difference between black seed and green seed cotton?

Black seed cotton has smoother seeds and green seed cotton has spiky seeds. This makes it harder to clean green seed cotton than it is to clean black seed, because the green seeds will stick to the cotton fibers.