Will a flamable liquid burn better as a foam ao atomized mist?

Subject: Will a flamable liquid burn better as a foam ao atomized mist?

Date: Fri Jul 14 17:31:36 2000
Posted by Jim S
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Given a certain flamable liquid (gasoline for example), will it burn 
faster and more consistent as a foam or as an atomized mist.  Why?  Does 
foaming inhibit fast burning?  If not,why do gasolines include anti-foams 
in their mixes?

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