7. Glossary
Deflagration; deflagration
Subsonic combustion mode propagated by coupling with species and material transfers.
Detonation; detonation
Combustion mode coupled with a shock wave propagating at supersonic speed relative to the reactive medium.
Explosion; explosion
Sudden release of energy that can cause damage.
Shock wave
Sudden discontinuity of thermodynamic quantities, particularly with a steep pressure gradient in a reactive or inert medium.
Blast wave
Pressure wave generated by an explosion in the surrounding environment.
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- Recommended practice for the classification of flammable liquids, gases, or vapors and of hazardous (classified) locations for electrical installations in chemical process areas. - NFPA 497 - 2008
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