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Q.1116: Is paper flammable?
Ans. YES. For all practical purpose paper is flammable. Fire code and building codes of almost all countries define paper as flammable. Paper catches fire and sustain burning.
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Q. Is paper combustible?
A. Yes.
Q. Why paper burn?
A: Paper is mostly made of plant (organic) material and burning is oxidation of organic material at high temperature. Different grades of paper will burn at different rate.