flashpoint
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- noun
- /ˈflæʃˌpɔɪnt/
- Specialized
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punto de inflamación
- The debate over whether readmission penalties would fall most heavily on safety-net hospitals has been a flashpoint since penalties were included in the 2010 health law.
Examples
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It can provide answers on almost any category, from really simple ones like "How many ounces are there in a pound?" (there's 16, by the way) to the flashpoint of octane (15.56°C).
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This is called the flashpoint, or the lowest temperature that gasoline will emit vapors.
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A fuel can ignite at the flashpoint, but that does not mean it will free burn.
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High-flashpoint fuels are being discussed as a way of mitigating the damage if all else fails.
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The flashpoint of gasoline is around 45 degrees Celsius, which is important for safe storage.
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Understanding the flashpoint of chemicals can help prevent accidental fires in the laboratory.
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It is crucial to know the flashpoint when working with solvents to ensure proper safety measures are taken.
Synonyms
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The lowest temperature at which a liquid gives off enough vapor to catch fire in air
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Etymology
Flashpoint breaks into two simple words: flash meaning 'sudden light' and point meaning 'a specific temperature'. So in chemistry it is the temperature when a liquid's vapor can suddenly 'flash' into flame, which is why the word means the lowest temperature at which it can catch fire.