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Chemical Hazards and Reactions

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Combustible Materials and Contributing Factors
The following factors contribute to the occurrence of a fire or explosion of combustible materials:
  • Vapor pressure
  • Area of material from which evaporation can occur
  • Amount of material needed to produce flammable concentrations
  • Temperature of the material
  • Ambient temperature
  • Specific gravity
  • Vapor density
  • Oxygen concentration
  • Source of energy for ignition
  • Ventilation.

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