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Task · part of 4. Chemistry and camping, two of four

4(b). The four fire classes and the four extinguisher classes

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Describe both sets, then discuss how sand, baking soda and each class of extinguisher actually put a fire out.

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  1. Chemistry Merit Badge Requirements (Merit Badge Hub, last modified 2025-12-15), Requirement 4(b)

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