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ignition point

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ignition point
n.
The minimum temperature at which a substance will continue to burn without additional application of external heat. Also called kindling point.

ignition point  (g-nshn)
The minimum temperature at which a substance will continue to burn on its own without the application of additional external heat.


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The laser can also be focused on the optimum ignition point anywhere inside the cylinder, even targeting specific particles of fuel, to ensure ignition.
It lowers down the temperature so that the oil will not reach its ignition point.
The 39 plaintiffs allege that the defendants failed "to repair, secure and monitor natural gas controls and ignition points so that an ultimate explosion was inevitable.
 
 
 
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