![]() Flames are actually gases that are burning and are at a very high temperature. This kind of rapid oxidation is different from other types where the process is very slow and is not accompanied by any flame or heat such as corrosion. Thus flame is the visible part (light) in the process called fire. It is oxidation of organic material in the process of combustion which causes release of energy in the form of heat and light. We all know what a fire is, or at least this is what we think. ![]() These differences will be highlighted in this article. If there are similarities, there are enough differences between fire and flame also. There are many who think of fire and flame to be one and the same thing, which is incorrect. These words are often confusing for many as they find fabrics in market that claim to be flame resistant and fire retardant. The words fire and flame bring to our minds images that both of destruction (through wildfires) and safe use of energy (through a gas stove).
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