Explosive Limits
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Definition:
The ignition of a combustible vapor mixed with air in the proper proportions will produce an explosion. This proper proportion is called the explosive range, and includes all concentrations of a mixture of flammable vapor or gas in air, in which a flash will occur or a flame will travel if the mixture is ignited. The lowest percentage at which this occurs is the lower explosive limit, and the highest percentage is the upper explosive limit. Explosive limits are expressed in percent by volume of vapor in air and, unless otherwise specified, under normal conditions of temperature and pressure.
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