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Combustion
⭐ MasteredCombustion is a chemical reaction in which a fuel reacts with oxygen and releases heat and light. A fire is an example of combustion.
💡 Fun fact
Combustion needs three things to start: fuel, oxygen and heat, which together are called the fire triangle.
All about Combustion
Combustion is a chemical reaction in which a fuel reacts with oxygen and releases heat and light. A fire is an example of combustion. Burning wood, paper and candles are all everyday examples.
Together these are called the fire triangle. Removing any one of them can put out a fire, which is why firefighters use water and other methods to cool it and cut off the air.
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