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Why is co2 used in fire extinguishers ?
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Why is co2 used in fire extinguishers ?

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Carbon dioxide is involved in this process
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Step-by-step explanation:

Carbon dioxide extinguishes work by displacing oxygen, or taking away the oxygen element of the fire triangle. The carbon dioxide is also very cold as it comes out of the extinguisher, so it cools the fuel as well.

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