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Autoignition Temperature for U

     Finely divided U ignites at 150-175C but large pieces require 
     considerably higher temperatures. Some time ago there was a post that 
     related the pyrophoricity of U to surface area and mass. Does anyone 
     recall?
     
     Thanks,
     
     bill
     william.ctr.kolb@faa.gov

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