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The flashpoint of a substance is the lowest temperature at which it will ignite and momentarily burn when exposed to an ignition source such as a naked flame.
 
The flashpoint of a substance is the lowest temperature at which it will ignite and momentarily burn when exposed to an ignition source such as a naked flame.
 
Being aware of the flashpoint of a volatile substance is crucial in order to improve general safety procedures in the laboratory and to prevent potential fires and explosions.
 
Being aware of the flashpoint of a volatile substance is crucial in order to improve general safety procedures in the laboratory and to prevent potential fires and explosions.

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The flashpoint of a substance is the lowest temperature at which it will ignite and momentarily burn when exposed to an ignition source such as a naked flame. Being aware of the flashpoint of a volatile substance is crucial in order to improve general safety procedures in the laboratory and to prevent potential fires and explosions. Knowledge of the flashpoint of a diesel will also enable one to ascertain whether or not it will combust in a particular diesel engine.

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Test Procedure

The Pensky-Martens Closed Cup Test Procedure was compiled by S.C. Rencken during December 2011