Gay-Lussac also wrote about a process called
combustion, which is when things burn and give off heat! ๐ฅ
In 1803, he carried out experiments using gases and discovered how much
oxygen a fire needs to grow. He found that if a fire has enough oxygen, it burns brightly, like a campfire! ๐
This research was important because it helped scientists understand how to create better fires, like in stoves or engines. ๐
His findings helped engineers build safer homes and vehicles, making life better for everyone!