he effect of the surface area-to-mass relationship is most evident when looking at dusts and their explosion tendencies. Practically any combustible (including metals), when finely divided and suspended in

the air as a dust cloud, can ignite and lead to an explosion.

Use the textbook, the internet as well as professional journals, articles and other academically recognized sources to answer the following:

1. Analyze the factors affecting dust explosions
2. Outline at least three techniques currently used to prevent or alleviate dust explosions

Your paper must be a minimum of 3 full pages and use a minimum of 3 sources. Do not use Wikipedia, online dictionaries or encyclopedias as a source.

Please create your response in a Word document, following APA guidelines, and upload as an attachment for submission.

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