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Flares, propellents, and primers all contian oxidizers, chemicals which lend their Oxygen atoms to a reaction, so despite the fact that the moon has no atmosphere, a flare gun would still function chemically. the extreme cold will cause the materials it is constructed from to contract and becase different materials have different coefficients of thermal expansion, parts of the flare gun will contract at different rates and may causes the gun's moving parts to bind.
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∙ 10y agoThe flare would have to be of a special kind that either doesn't require oxygen, or carries it's own oxygen with it.
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∙ 15y agoSure they can. All that is needed is a pyrotechnic composition that doesn't rely on oxygen in the atmosphere to burn.
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Why wouldn't you take a flare gun into space?
You might think a flare would not burn in a vacuum, however, they will. The oxygen for the flare to burn is already chemically in the flare. And flare guns HAVE gone into space- as emergency equipment.
How can you use flair and flare in a sentence?
He had a flair for pyrotechnics, so people could not wait to see the flare in his show. While he had a flair for sailing, in case of an emergency, he kept a flare gun aboard the boat. She's a confident model who dresses with amazing style and flair and her hair shone like a flare. I'm not surprised that he won the art contest because he has always had a flair for drawing and the flare he drew was beautifully done.
Why cant you shoot a gun on the moon?
You can shoot a gun on the moon. The gun powder contains the sufficient amount of oxygen to create a spark, thus making a shockwave.
How do you get the microwave gun on the moon map?
you get it from the mystery box
Can you fire a gun on the moon?
Yes, it could be done.
How can you use flare in a sentence?
I will shoot the flare gun.
When was Flare Gun created?
Flare Gun was created in 1994-06.
What use is a flare gun for survival?
Signaling, fire starting, protection.
Can you use a Flare gun to start a fire?
yes, but it is dangerous. It's been done before. The biggest problem is the flare exiting your pile of wood. Firing a flare gun into a tinder nest almost always results in it being scattered. Firing a flare gun towards the ground results in the flare landing in an unpredictable place within 100 yards.
Can you start a fire with a flare gun?
No you can't because a flare gun has a ballot not fire so No...
What is a flare gun?
A flare gun is a gun designed to fire flares. A flare is defined as: A flare is a type of pyrotechnic that produces a brilliant light or intense heat without an explosion. Flares are used for signaling, illumination, or defensive countermeasures in civilian and military applications.
Can a convicted felon possess a flare gun in California?
Since flare guns are used in an emergency, the possesion of a flare gun is legal by a felon if used properly.
When was the first flare gun invented?
The flare gun was invented in 1877 by a US Navy officer by the name of Lt. Edward Wilson Very. The flare guns were often referred to as "Very" pistols. The flare gun first came into use by the US Navy for signaling and communication purposes in 1882. By 1910 the flare gun was used worldwide. It served an important role in World War I. It still serves as an important role in the world today. It is used for things such as combat situations and recognisance missions.
How does a flare gun work?
Flare guns are used in case of emergencies in many instances. If you get lost in the woods you can shoot off a flare gun to help search groups find you.
Can a convicted felon that owns a boat have a flare gun?
yes. A flare gun is not considered a firearm. Do not attempt to change one into a firearm.
What happens if you shoot someone with a flare gun?
Depends on the flare gun and the distance. A flare gun launches a big, very light projectile that happens to be on fire. Not intended as a weapon, but at VERY close range, could be used as one.
How many bullets that can input to Flare gun?
Most flare guns are single shot.
