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Burning combustion-modified foam

Burning combustion-modified foam in a sofa, (controlled).

Chemical fire retardants can help delay or prevent combustion. In this sofa, chemical retardants have been added to create combustion-modified foam. This slows down the burning, as ignition of the foam is difficult.

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Published: 3 November 2009Size: 41.88 KB
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