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HOW THE CYLINDER BURSTS WHEN WE LEAVE THE GAS ON

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We know that LPG has a very low ignition temperature and catches fire easily when comes in contact with a flame.From gas cylinders , the gas comes out in a regulated amount. If the cork of a gas cylinder is opened and it is left open for a long period of time ,it spreads in the air and it will cause explosion.

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