What are the types of fire extinguishers?

Question

Accepted Answer

There are five main types of fire extinguishers: water, foam, carbon dioxide, dry powder, and wet chemical.

Water fire extinguishers are suitable for Class A fires involving solid materials like wood or paper.
Foam fire extinguishers are effective on Class A and B fires, which involve flammable liquids like gasoline or oil.
Carbon dioxide fire extinguishers are used for Class B and C fires, which involve flammable gases or electrical equipment.
Dry powder fire extinguishers are versatile and can be used on Class A, B, C, and electrical fires.
Wet chemical fire extinguishers are specifically designed for Class F fires, which involve cooking oils and fats.

Accepted Answer

Fome

DCP

Water Type

Co2

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