Citation

Jones JC. J. Fire Sci. 1999; 17(5): 378-382.

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(Copyright © 1999, SAGE Publishing)

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Abstract

Graphite flakes were examined in a microcalorimeter and zero results obtained at the operating temperatures, signifying very low reactivity. Other materials including sawdust and coal were examined in the instrument in similar quantities, with positive results. A semi-quantitative calculation was performed to deduce at what temperature the graphite would give a positive signal, and this was shown to be 50-60 degrees above the operating range of the instrument.