ignition temperature

Ignition temperature is the minimum temperature at which a material, such as a fuel or substance, can catch fire and continue to burn without any additional heat source. It’s the point where the material releases enough vapor or gas, and the heat generated is enough to sustain combustion by itself. Different materials have different ignition temperatures; for example, paper ignites easily at a lower temperature than metals like steel. Understanding ignition temperature helps in safety planning, preventing accidental fires, and managing fires effectively.