What are two types of combustion?

What are two types of combustion?

Here’s a closer look at five types of combustion:

• Complete Combustion. Complete combustion requires a combination of fuel and oxygen.
• Incomplete Combustion. Incomplete combustion occurs when there is not enough oxygen for the fuel to fully react.
• Rapid Combustion.
• Spontaneous Combustion.
• Explosive Combustion.

What happens after combustion takes place?

To summarize, for combustion to occur three things must be present: a fuel to be burned, a source of oxygen, and a source of heat. As a result of combustion, exhausts are created and heat is released.

What is difference between combustion and oxidation?

Combustion is the complete oxidation of organic compound into carbon dioxide and water molecules in presence of oxygen gas whereas oxidation is the addition of oxygen in a compound or addition with an element. Combustion reactions involve heat and light whereas oxidation reaction does not involve heat.

Where should you position yourself if you choose to fight fire?

If you are in a room or confined area, position yourself between the fire and the exit door. In other words, when you are facing the fire the exit door should be at your back, ensuring you are not trapped if the fire is not quickly extinguished.

What is the correct way to approach a fire?

Extinguishing a fire the right way!

1. Attack a fire in the direction of the wind.
2. Extinguish liquid fires and fires caused by dripping substances from the top down.
3. Extinguish wall fires from the bottom up.
4. Use several fire extinguishers at once, not one after another.
5. Take account of any back draft.

When should you try to fight a fire?

Only fight a fire if:

1. The fire is small and contained.
2. You are safe from toxic smoke.
3. You have a means of escape.
4. Your instincts tell you it’s OK.

What are the circumstances when not to fight fire?

Never fight a fire: If the fire is spreading beyond the spot where it started. If you can’t fight the fire with your back to an escape exit. If the fire can block your only escape. If you don’t have adequate fire-fighting equipment.

What to do if you are trapped in a burning building?

During a Building Fire

1. Act immediately but try to stay calm.
2. Stay low in case of smoke or fumes. If you’re in bed, roll off the bed and crawl to the door.
3. Don’t waste time getting dressed or searching for valuables.
4. Do not attempt to extinguish a fire unless you are trained to do so.
5. To waken anyone who may be asleep, shout, “Fire!

What should you do if you are unable to evacuate a burning building?

DO remain in your room if you are unable to exit the building safely because of smoke or fire. Keep the door closed and await assistance from the fire department. If smoke is entering under or around the door, stuff damp sheets or blankets in the spaces to help keep smoke out.