What refers to the minimum temperature at which combustion can be sustained?  A. Burn temperature  B. Kindle temperature  C. Spark temperature  D. Ignition temperature

What refers to the minimum temperature at which combustion can be sustained?  A. Burn temperature  B. Kindle temperature  C. Spark temperature  D. Ignition temperature
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