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Author
Sunavala, P. D. | Basu, P. K.
Title
Flammability and Fire-Proofing of Wood and Paper.
Coporate
Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay, India
Journal
Journal of Scientific and Industrial Research, Vol. 44, No. 5, 237-243, May 1985
Keywords
wood | paper | flammability | ignition | mathematical models | flameproofing | phosphorus compounds | cellulosic materials
Abstract
The statistical average loss of life in USA due to fire within the last 10 years works out to more than 12,000 people; in addition, a large number of animals are lost and huge financial losses result.