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dissipate the heat.
(c) Action of bacteria leading to oxidation -

Bacteria act on substances like hay, grain, hemp,
jute, cotton etc leading to oxidation, ignition and
then fire. They can be protected by avoidance
of moisture and provision for ventilation.

Q11. Write a note on fire protection systems.
What are the different types of fire
extinguishment system.

Ans. Fire protection comprises of fire detection and fire
extinguishment together. If fire can be detected at the
initial stage, fire personnel can easily extinguish it.
There are automatic fire detection systems to minimize
loss.

There are several types of fire extinguishers. They
are:
(i) First Aid Appliances - These are portable

extinguishers, buckets and internal hose reels
designed for use on fire in the early stage.

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