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Old 14th Oct 2010, 20:11
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henra
 
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Sure, downplay the whole thing. After all, the UPS flight didn't really crash and burn, did it? All a hoax?

Or is it possible that one can't take this thread seriously enough, and that the threat is real, and the hazard is real? Could it be?

Hmmm, sounds like the intentions of my posts are a bit unclear...

Again: Iis not my intention to downplay anything.
These cells carry flammable substances in significant amounts and are capable of self ignition under certain circumstances.
The latter part is what makes them more dangerous than most other flammable materials.
I was trying to explain the mechanisms behind this self- ignition process.

Edit:
You don't doubt the conclusion, just the criteria used to reach the conclusion?
When the explanation leading to a conclusion contain errors/faults it tends to damage the value of the conclusion as well, even if completely unjustified. Therfore I like to have a proper understanding how something happens with the proper deduction of the consequences and the associated risks. Makes the conclusion less attackable.
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