Practice question

Which of the following best describes a BLEVE?

  1. A slow vapor release through a relief valve
  2. Boiling Liquid Expanding Vapor Explosion — catastrophic failure of a vessel containing a liquefied compressed gas
  3. A controlled flare of vapor
  4. A reaction between an oxidizer and fuel

Answer: B — Boiling Liquid Expanding Vapor Explosion — catastrophic failure of a vessel containing a liquefied compressed gas

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