(a) What is meant by ‘combustion’? Explain with an example.
(b) What are the conditions necessary for combustion to take place?

(a) A chemical process in which a substance reacts with oxygen to give heat and light is called combustion. The light which is given off during combustion can be in the form of flame or as a glow. The substance which undergoes combustion is said to be combustible.

(b) The conditions necessary for combustion to take place is given below:

1. Presence of combustible substance.
2. Presence of supporter of combustion.
3. Heating the combustible substance to its ignition temperature.

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Updated on: 10-Oct-2022

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