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Re: Tetrix Kit Possibilities

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Originally Posted by Alan Anderson View Post
Mineral oil won't explode; it isn't nearly volatile enough. Its flash point is well above what would make it a flammable liquid. Mineral oil will burn (and produce nasty smoke) if you put it in contact with something hot enough for long enough, but that's true of many substances.

Perhaps you're thinking of mineral spirits?
DOH! Of course I was thinking mineral spirits
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