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recognized as ideal fire extinguishing agents, particularly for
fighting fires caused by flammable liquids and explosive gases.
They are highly effective in extinguishing fires in minimal
time, are non-corrosive, and when deployed at recommended volume
densities are non-toxic. Because of these characteristics,
halons are widely used on board Navy ships and in aircraft.
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