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why we use carbon dioxide in fire extinguishers

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Answered by Anonymous
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Because it does not support combustion.
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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.

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