English

Adjective

pyrophoric

1. spontaneously igniting in air, especially when in a finely divided state
2. producing sparks, especially by friction
3. (fire investigation) Able to oxidize with exposure to atmospheric oxygen at normal temperatures.

Related terms

• pyro-
• spontaneous combustion
• fire
• pyrolysis
• pyrophoric alloy

Translations

References

DeHaan, J. D. (2002). Kirk's fire investigation (5th ed.). Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson Education. (3)