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- 3. A method of extinguishing a fire by removing the heat (e.g., using water to lower the temperature of the fuel).
- 8. Any material that can burn and be consumed in a fire (e.g., wood, paper, petrol, oil). One component of the fire triangle.
- 10. The scientific name for the rapid chemical reaction (burning) that produces fire, releasing heat and light.
- 12. An uncontrolled fire that burns in wildland vegetation, such as forests or grasslands.
- 13. A gas in the air that is essential for fire to burn. It supports the chemical reaction of combustion. One component of the fire triangle.
- 14. The visible, glowing part of a fire where combustion gases are reacting and releasing light.
- 15. To put out a fire by removing one or more elements of the fire triangle.
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- 1. The criminal act of deliberately and illegally setting fire to property.
- 2. The moment or action of starting a fire, typically by providing enough heat to a fuel source.
- 4. A method of extinguishing a fire by removing the fuel source (e.g., turning off a gas valve or clearing brush to create a firebreak).
- 5. The energy required to raise a fuel to its ignition temperature and start the combustion process. One component of the fire triangle.
- 6. Small, dry pieces of material (like twigs or paper) used to start a fire by easily catching light from an ignition source.
- 7. A substance (often flammable liquid) used to speed up the spread or intensity of a fire, sometimes used in arson.
- 9. A small, hot piece of burning or glowing coal or wood in a dying fire, which can start a new fire if carried by wind.
- 11. A method of extinguishing a fire by removing or blocking the supply of oxygen (e.g., using a fire blanket or foam).