Smoke explosion

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-005411",
  "term": "Smoke explosion",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "A violent ignition of unburned fire gases that have accumulated in a confined space, often occurring when oxygen is suddenly introduced. This phenomenon is distinct from a backdraft, which involves a rapid combustion of superheated gases. Firefighters identify conditions for a smoke explosion by observing dense, turbulent smoke under pressure.",
  "subject": "Industrial safety",
  "see_also": [
    "fire"
  ],
  "translations": {
    "de": "Rauchdruck",
    "es": "explosión de humo",
    "fr": "explosion de fumée"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/smoke-explosion/"
}