Dangers of combustible metals

Metal fires burn more rapidly and at higher temperatures than fires involving other combustible materials. The reactivity characteristics of aluminum, lithium, magnesium, titanium, and zirconium are summarized.

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Published inNFPA Journal Vol. 95; no. 1; p. 44
Main Author Rivkin, Carl
Format Trade Publication Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Quincy National Fire Protection Association 01.01.2001
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Summary:Metal fires burn more rapidly and at higher temperatures than fires involving other combustible materials. The reactivity characteristics of aluminum, lithium, magnesium, titanium, and zirconium are summarized.
ISSN:1054-8793
1943-328X