48K views · 830 reactions | Today Scott demonstrates how the wire gauze in a flame safety lamp can stop a methane explosion from happening when the lamp is introduced into a pocket of the gas. | Underground Miners | Facebook

What is a flame-safety lamp and how was it used underground? Here Russ explains more about the importance of these lamps and how they warned miners about dangerous gas levels. Want to learn more fascinating stories about the coal mining industry? Why not book on an Underground Tour 👉 www.ncm.org.uk/underground-tours/ | National Coal Mining Museum for England

How can a simple piece of metal gauze stop a flame? 🔥 It was this discovery that led to an invention that saved thousands of lives: the Davy lamp. Humphry Davy was born on this day in 1778. Among many achievements, he is remembered for inventing the field of electrochemistry and discovering several chemical elements. And for being an Ri superstar, of course! Do not try these demonstrations at home. | Royal Institution of Great Britain

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