- Author
- Rogers, S. J. | Everson, W. A.
- Title
- Extinguishment of Alkali Metal Fires. Technical Documentary Report.
- Coporate
- MSA Research Corp., Callery, PA
- Report
- APL TDR 64-114, October 1964, 90 p.
- Distribution
- Available from National Technical Information Service
- Keywords
- alkali metals | extinguishment | fire suppression | physical properties | chemical properties | inert gases | oxygen pressure | inorganic salts
- Abstract
- The objective of this study was to establish the characteristics and methods of control of alkali metal fires. A review of present practices used in alkali metal fire control is presented. A section is also includedon the physical and chemical properties of the alkali metals.