Flash point

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A flash point is the minimum temperature at which a substance will emit flammable vapors. The substance will ignite if a spark or flame is introduced.^[1]

The flash point is an indication of how easy a chemical may burn. Materials with higher flash points are less flammable or hazardous than chemicals with lower flash points.^[2]

See also: Flammable limits, flammable range.

References

1. http://phmsa.dot.gov/resources/glossary
2. http://www.engineeringtoolbox.com/flash-point-fuels-d_937.html