Why do things burn,or char? (Please answer by tommorow)

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the scientific curiosity regarding the phenomenon of burning or charring, with participants exploring the underlying mechanisms and factors involved. The inquiry touches on concepts related to heat transfer, specifically infrared radiation, and the nature of the question posed by the original poster.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory
  • Conceptual clarification
  • Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant suggests that the process of burning may relate to the transfer of infrared radiation.
  • Another participant questions whether the inquiry is homework-related, prompting a discussion about the nature of the question.
  • There is a suggestion that the original poster clarify their investigation, as the question "why" is considered broad and unfocused.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express differing views on whether the question is homework-related, and there is no consensus on the clarity or focus of the inquiry. The discussion remains unresolved regarding the specifics of the burning process.

Contextual Notes

Participants note that the original question lacks specificity, which may hinder a focused discussion on the scientific principles involved in burning.

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I am so curious...does it have to do with the transfer of infared radiation?

Not homework, pure scientific curiosity.
 
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This sounds like homework. What are your thoughts?
 
Biologik said:
Not homework, pure scientific curiosity.

Then why does it have to be by tomorrow (actually today, by now)? :wink:
 
Not homework, but has a deadline? Right.

Either way, it is a homework-type question, so you tell us what you think "burning" is and we'll tell you if you're close/right. Note, "why" is a pretty broad/unfocused question to ask, so regardless of if this is homework or not, you're really going to need to clarify what you are trying to investigate.
 

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