Original Description:
Preventing wildfires is up to all of us! In this BrainPOP movie, Tim and Moby investigate the chemistry of combustion. Some fuel, a little heat and a supply of oxygen: BAM, a wildfire! In dry, hot conditions, they can cause severe damage to woodlands and pose major threats to residential areas. Each year, thousands of homes and businesses run the risk of being consumed by wildfires. But in ideal circumstances their destructive power helps rejuvenate forests, allowing plants and animals to thrive. Confused? Tim and Moby will clear everything up as they explain the ups and downs of wildfires, what you can do to prevent them and how to prepare for a potential flare up near your home. So check out this movie, if you can keep your cool.