What is the minimum temperature required to ignite gas or vapor without a spark or flame being present called?
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option B — autoignition temperature
Autoignition temperature is the lowest temperature at which a substance will spontaneously ignite in a normal atmosphere without an external spark or flame. This is a critical safety parameter for cargo handling, as surfaces or equipment exceeding this temperature can cause fires even in the absence of sparks.
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