Beginning the group discussion. 1  Remind the group they are in a first draft conference; the drafts won't be polished. 2  Explain that sentence level discussion should be minimized. 3  Review the assignment with the group, making sure that they all understand the goals.
Fire is the rapid oxidation of a material in the exothermic chemical process of combustion, releasing heat, light, and various reaction products. Slower oxidative processes like rusting or digestion are not included by this definition.
Fuel is something that can be burned to produce energy in the form of heat or power. Fuels include coal, oil, natural gas, and wood. Humans have been burning wood for warmth, and to light homes and cook food, since civilization began.