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Grade 12th pass8 grade science

1) Name the type of nuclear reaction taking place in the atmosphere of Sun. 2) Define ignition temperature. 3) Why water should not be used to put out fire caused by burning of petrol.

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5 Years agoGrade 12th pass
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Profile image of Pawan Prajapati
5 Years ago
1) Nuclear fusion. 2) The minimum temperature to which a substance is heated before it starts burning is known as ignition temperature. 3) Petrol is lighter than water, so it floats on top of water and continuous burning. So, it cannot be used for extinguishing fire due to burning of petrol.