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HeatÂ
All energy, both kinetic and potential within molecules.
Aboslute Zero
The temp. at which no movement of molecules occurs.
Temperature
Measure of the average molecular velocity or the degree of intensity of the heat.
Hydrocarbon Product
Organic compound that contains only carbon and hydrogen.
Cellulose Material
Complex carbohydrate of plant cell walls used in making paper or rayon.
Self-oxidizing Material
Contains oxygen within itself to sustain combustion even with a foam extinguishing agent applied.
Wet Water
Water with a wetting agent mixed in, reducing the surface tension of the water allowing it to flow more freely.
Slippery Water
Polymeres are added to the water to lower friction loss and allow the hose line to supply more water.
Viscous Water
Thickening agent is added to water to make it cling to the surface of the fuel.
Thermal Imbalance
Condition in which turbulent steam and smoke leads to decreased visibility and uncomfortable conditions.
Compressed Air Foam System (CAFS)
Foam system installed on fire apperatus.
Aqueous Film-Forming Foam
Foam created by combination of water and perfluorocarboxylic acid.
Author
ryan.preast
ID
176592
Card Set
FT 105 Ch. 4
Description
Extinguishing agents
Updated
2012-10-09T22:13:42Z
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