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What is smokeless gunpowder?
It's simply gunpowder that burns with very little smoke
What are two of alfreds accomplishments?
dynamite and smokeless gunpowder
What are two of Alfred Nobels accomplishments?
dynamite and smokeless gunpowder
How has gunpowder improved over time?
Gunpowder has become more potent. Also the invention of smokeless powder helped a lot.
What is cordite used for in weapons?
cordite is a type of smokeless gunpowder. basically cellulose nitrate.
What is the composition of gunpowder?
Originally, gunpowder (black powder) was a mix of charcoal, sulfur, and saltpetre (sodium nitrate). Modern day smokeless gunpowder can have several different formulations, but most are based on a mix of nitrocelluose and nitroglycerin.
What are the ingredients of double base smokeless gunpowder?
It is a blend of Nitrocellulose and Nitro-Glycerin Also known as Cordite
What are a few inventions by Alfred Nobel?
Alfred Nobel invented the rocket camera, basting caps, dynamite and ballistite, a smokeless gunpowder.
What was the importance of smokeless gunpowder in world war 1?
so that if a sniper shot that the enemy wouldn't see smoke and give up a position
What is the most important ingredient in gun powder?
Gunpowder- both the original black powder, and today's smokeless powder, is a combination of a fuel and an oxidizer to make that fuel burn. It must have both to work. One without the other is useless.
What are the weapons were used in the 1914-1918?
Rifles and pistols, machine guns, artillery, bayonets, torpedoes, flame throwers, mustard and chlorine gases, and smokeless gunpowder.
Where can you purchase gunpowder?
Assuming you are of legal age to purchase, black powder or smokeless powder for reloading can be purchased from gun shops. Yes, proof of age is required.
