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Combustion and Flame — Science STD 8 — Question

Gujarat BoardEnglish MediumSTD 8ScienceCombustion and Flame1 Mark
Question
Which is the best fire extinguisher for fires involving electrical equipment and inflammable materials like petrol?
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Answer

Carbon dioxide does not support combustion and hence is considered as the best fire extinguisher for fires involving electrical equipment and inflammable materials like petrol.

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