Spontaneous Combustion

GPTKB entity

Statements (25)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf physical phenomenon
gptkbp:alsoKnownAs self-ignition
gptkbp:cause oxidation
exothermic reaction
gptkbp:defines the occurrence of fire without an external ignition source
gptkbp:firstDescribed 18th century
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Spontaneous Combustion
gptkbp:notableCase spontaneous human combustion (controversial)
gptkbp:occurredIn gptkb:coal
hay
organic materials
compost piles
oily rags
gptkbp:prevention ventilation
temperature control
proper storage of materials
gptkbp:relatedTo gptkb:fire
oxidation
exothermic reaction
gptkbp:riskFactor moisture
poor ventilation
high ambient temperature
gptkbp:studiedBy fire safety experts
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Brad_Dourif
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5