Although fuel moisture would be considered a passive agent in the combustion process, how much fuel moisture have a significant effect on ignition and fire development?
A. The moisture promotes heat absorption and contributes to rapid ignition and spread
B. The moisture requires higher ignition temperatures and increases the fire intensity
C. The moisture slows absorption of heat energy and the ignition and combustion process
D. The moisture will inhibit ignition but support fire growth with higher burning temperatures
Answer: C. The moisture slows absorption of heat energy and the ignition and combustion process
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