Phrases with «flash point»

The term "flash point" refers to the lowest temperature at which a flammable substance can produce enough vapor to ignite when exposed to an open flame or spark. In other words, it's the temperature at which something can catch fire easily. Full definition

Sentences with «flash point»

  • He informed reporters that there is an ongoing deployment of security personnel and equipment to flash points in the state. (nigeriapoliticsonline.com)
  • A decades - old method for tapping ancient reserves of natural gas has become the big environmental flash point of the moment. (nymag.com)
  • Not only does it require cinematic storytelling and rigorous attention to scientific detail — as does every science documentary — but the subject is a potential flash point for debate, and even anger. (discovermagazine.com)
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