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White phosphorus, it is a chemical that catches fire on contact with oxygen.
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Can smoke grenades light grass?
Both the M8 and M18 smoke grenades used by the US Military generate enough heat to ignite dry grass and leaves. While they do not generate the heat of a White Phosphorus grenade, they can start a fire. The Field Manual for grenades specifically warns of the fire hazard.
Was hand grenades used in World War 1?
Yes, hand grenades were widely used in WW1
What was grenades used for in ww1?
Grenades were used to blow things up a little bit ovious that one
When are grenades used?
Grenades are used when you know where the enemy is but they don't know where you are so they make the perfect surprise.
What button do you have to press to fire a grenades on halo?
You have to press the Lt button.
Where was the first hand grenade invneted?
The Byzantine Empire used fire bombs vaguely similar to grenades as early as the late 700's AD. The first exploding grenades that were similar to modern ones were invented in China in the 900's.
How do you shoot on mw3?
Press R1 to fire your gun and L2 to throw grenades.
How do you use grenades on clone wars live fire?
Press the "G" key on your keyboard.
How did the Anzac's show their resourcefulness at Gallipoli?
They made hand grenades out of jam tin cans and used them to fight the Turks. They also used an evacuating rifle that used water drops to fire the bullet whilst they evacuated.
Which country or countries primarily used grenades?
No country uses grenades as their primary arm - rifles are the primary armament of any military.
What is used to make grenades?
Tin and explosive power that is no longer used.
How are grenades used today?
They can be thrown at the target, or used to make boobytraps.
