Question

What is use of fire extinguisher when inflammable materials like petrol are on fire?

Answer 1

Answer:

Fire extinguisher contains carbon dioxide gas which help in in extinguish inflammable materials like petrol are on fire

Answer 2

Answer:

For fires involving electrical equipment and inflammable materials like petrol, carbon dioxide (CO2) is the best extinguisher. CO2, being heavier than oxygen, covers the fire like a blanket. Since the contact between the fuel and oxygen is cut off, the fire is controlled.