Question 17 of 30
What is flash point?
A
The lowest temperature at which a liquid gives off sufficient gas to form a flammable gas mixture near the surface of the liquid.
B
The temperature at which the gas is not flammable
C
The temperature at which the liquid stops emitting gas
D
The temperature at which an explosion is not possible
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Answer & Explanation
The correct answer is Option A: The lowest temperature at which a liquid gives off sufficient gas to form a flammable gas mixture near the surface of the liquid..
Flash point is the lowest temperature at which a liquid emits sufficient vapor to form an ignitable mixture with air near the liquid's surface, as determined by standardized laboratory tests.