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A combustible substance cannot catch fire or burn as long as its temperature is lower than its ignition temperature. Explain with examples.

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Definition of Ignition Temperature**: - The ignition temperature is the minimum temperature at which a combustible substance starts to burn. Below this temperature, the substance will not ignite or catch fire. 2. **Example of Cooking Oil**: - When cooking oil is placed in a frying pan on a burning stove, it does not catch fire immediately, even after being heated for a long time. This is because the temperature of the cooking oil has not yet reached its ignition temperature. ...
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