flashing point
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of flashing point
First recorded in 1875–80
Example Sentences
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The flashing test determines the flashing point of the oil, or the lowest temperature at which it gives off an inflammable vapor.
From Scientific American Supplement, No. 288, July 9, 1881 by Various
But the man managed to avoid that flashing point by a sideward lunge, keeping his balance with difficulty in the shifting sands.
From Warrior of the Dawn by Howard Browne
One per cent. of naphtha will lower the flashing point of an oil ten degrees without materially affecting the burning test.
From Scientific American Supplement, No. 288, July 9, 1881 by Various
Such oils have a very poor cold test, as they solidify at comparatively high temperatures, and their flashing point is so low that they cannot be used at points where much heat exists.
From Aviation Engines Design?Construction?Operation and Repair by Victor Wilfred Pag?
The burning point of an oil is from ten to fifty degrees Fahrenheit higher than the flashing point.
From Scientific American Supplement, No. 288, July 9, 1881 by Various
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