combustion

• Proceso químico en el que una sustancia reacciona rápidamente con el oxígeno, liberando calor y luz, lo que suele producir fuego o una explosión.

A chemical process in which a substance reacts rapidly with oxygen, producing heat and light, often resulting in fire or explosion.

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1. Chemical reactionB2formalscientific

   A chemical process in which a substance reacts rapidly with oxygen, producing heat and light.

   Combustión (reacción química)

   • Combustion of fossil fuels releases carbon dioxide into the atmosphere.
   • The engine relies on internal combustion to generate power.
   • Scientists study combustion to improve fuel efficiency.

   Sinónimosburningfiringignitionincinerationoxidation

2. Burning processB2formaltechnical

   The act or process of burning something.

   Combustión

   • The combustion of wood in the fireplace provided warmth.
   • Improper combustion can lead to the release of toxic gases.
   • The fire investigator determined the cause of the combustion.

   Sinónimosburningfiringignitionincinerationkindling