❓ why
Why does carbon dioxide put out flames?
Quick Answer
Carbon dioxide does not support combustion and it displaces oxygen around the fire. That starves the flame of the oxygen it needs.
The Full Story
Fire needs heat, fuel, and oxygen to keep burning. Carbon dioxide is already fully oxidized carbon, so it does not burn and it does not supply oxygen to the fire. When released from a fire extinguisher, CO2 blankets the flames and pushes away oxygen-rich air. This makes it especially useful for electrical fires and flammable liquids, though the exact extinguisher type must match the fire class.
Key Facts
1.Carbon dioxide is CO2
2.It does not support combustion
3.CO2 extinguishers are common for electrical fires
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