I'm after some basic science informatiion on fires, i know that i had it, but i can't find it anywhere. I specifically need to know how fires burn, what causes hot spots, flash overs and backdrafts. why smoke is produced in some fires and not others and the consequences thereof. EG: I remeber that fire opens the pores of a building, and the force of the blaze can force smoke particles into the fibre of the building which traps the smell of smoke. that is the sort of info i'm looking for.
any info or links much appreciated