It must not, however, be hastily assumed that if the flame does not give out a bright light, therefore the combustion is not complete. As has already been stated, the light of the gas flame is due to the presence of burning particles of solid carbon,... Catechism of the Locomotive - Page 522by Matthias Nace Forney - 1891 - 709 pagesFull view - About this book
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