Extinguishing a Magnesium Fire

Description: A small pile of magnesium is ignited on a flame-proof board. Water is squirted on it, and fire continues to burn. A carbon dioxide fire extinguisher is trained on it, and fire continues to burn. Finally sand is used to smother fire.

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Source: UW Card Catalog

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