Can an electric arc cause a combustion or fire if

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An electric arc can indeed cause combustion or fire when a 91 percent alcohol solution is sprayed on it. Alcohol is highly combustible in air and can be easily ignited by sparks, which serve as ignition sources. The discussion confirms that the presence of an electric arc significantly increases the risk of ignition when combined with flammable substances like alcohol.

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  • Basic safety protocols for handling combustible materials
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Alcohol is combustible in air. It is easily ignited. Sparks are ignition sources.
 
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Alcohol is combustible in air. It is easily ignited. Sparks are ignition sources.

Thank you sir! this solves my questions. thanks for the help.
 

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