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Combustion
01
a chemical reaction between a fuel and an oxidizing agent, typically producing heat and light
02
the process of burning, characterized by the chemical reaction between a fuel and oxygen that produces heat and light
03
a state of violent disturbance and excitement
combustion
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combust
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Example
The combustion of wood in the fireplace provided warmth and a cozy atmosphere in the living room.
In internal combustion engines, fuel undergoes combustion to generate the power needed for vehicle propulsion.
Controlled combustion of waste materials in incinerators helps manage and reduce solid waste.
Firefighters work to suppress the combustion of buildings by extinguishing flames and cooling hot surfaces.
The combustion of fossil fuels in power plants produces steam, which is used to generate electricity.
