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pyrophoric Definition

pyro·phoric (pī′rə fôr′ik)

adjective

capable of igniting spontaneously when exposed to air, as certain finely divided metals

Etymology: < ModL pyrophorus (< Gr pyrophoros < pyr, fire + pherein, to bear) + -ic

pyrophoric Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • material: Operating Precautions A COSHH Special Assessment must be carried out before using pyrophoric material.