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coal-dust explosion
A mine explosion caused by the ignition of fine coal dust. It is considered that an explosion involving coal dust alone is relatively rare. It demands the simultaneous formation of a flammable dust cloud and the means of ignition within it. The flame and force of a combustible gases explosion are the common basic causes of a coal-dust explosion. The advancing wave of the explosion stirs up the dust on the roadways and thus feeds the flame with the fuel for propagation.
- Sõnaliik: noun
- Valdkond/domeen: Mining
- Category: General mining; Mineral mining
- Government Agency: USBM
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