Combustion Processes
Definition
Combustion processes refer to chemical reactions that involve the rapid combination of a fuel with oxygen, resulting in the release of heat and light energy.
Related terms
Fuel: A substance that can undergo combustion processes to release energy.
Oxygen: The gas necessary for combustion to occur, as it reacts with the fuel.
Exothermic Reaction: A chemical reaction that releases heat energy.
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AP Physics 2 - Unit 2 Overview: Thermodynamics
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