Safety in Chemical and Process Industries: A Comprehensive Assessment

Author(s): Massimiliano Fabbricino*, Roberto Andreozzi*, Laura Clarizia*, Alessandra Cesaro*, Grazia Policastro* and Concetta di Giovanni * .

DOI: 10.2174/9789815165760123010005

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Homogeneous Explosions

Pp: 73-90 (18)

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Abstract

Gas and vapour explosions can be classified as homogeneous and heterogeneous. Homogeneous explosions are characterized by an autoignition temperature and a delay time to ignition.

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Homogeneous Explosion, Heterogeneous Explosion, Autoignition Temperature, Delay to Ignition.

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