Combustion

Combustion is a chemical reaction that occurs when a material reaches a sufficient temperature in the presence of oxygen. This phenomenon releases heat, gases and various by-products resulting from the transformation of the material.

In the world of hemp and cannabis, combustion occurs when flowers, resins or other plant materials are lit and then consumed. The heat generated causes many compounds present in the plant to break down and transform.

A phenomenon linked to fire

Combustion generally requires three elements: a fuel, a heat source and oxygen. When these conditions are met, the material can burn and produce a flame or embers.

Combustion and vaporisation

Combustion differs from vaporisation. During vaporisation, the material is heated to a controlled temperature without being burned, whereas combustion involves more substantial degradation of the material under the effect of fire.

A commonly used term

The word combustion is frequently used to describe phenomena related to the burning of plant materials, fuels or other substances in many technical and scientific fields.