The most common type of gas used in WWI was chlorine gas, yellow in appearance giving it the name mustard gas. It is heavier than air, the material density of the gas is higher than that of air and thus sinks or lays on the ground. Perfect for trenches where men hide.
The gas was delivered by artillery fire. the shell would explode upon impact with the ground and release the gas.
The effect of mustard gas were terrible. Fatal in high exposure taking victims up to 4 weeks to die. The mustard gas attacked different parts of the body. Skin would blister in a yellow tint and be very irritated. Eyes would become sore and cause vomitting. The mucous membrane in the bronchial tubes and cause internal and external bleeding.
Other gases were but were weaker in nature but still a method of disabling an enemy. Tear gas is none such gas.
Chlorine gas was used as a poisonous gas in World War 1. It was one of the first chemical weapons employed in warfare and caused significant casualties and suffering among soldiers on the battlefield.
Chlorine gas can be toxic when inhaled, leading to respiratory issues. However, small amounts of chlorine are typically safe when used as directed in water treatment or sanitation. If ingested in large quantities, chlorine can be harmful and cause digestive issues.
Mustard gas, also known as sulfur mustard, was a chemical weapon used during World War I. Chemically, it is classified as bis(2-chloroethyl) sulfide, with the formula C4H8Cl2S. It is a powerful vesicant that causes blistering on the skin and severe damage to the respiratory system.
Phosgene was a poisonous gas used during World War I. It is produced by the reaction between carbon monoxide and chlorine gas. It is currently used in the production of some insecticides and pharmaceuticals.
Chlorine is NOT an inert gas. "Inert" means unreactive. Chlorine is a very reactive and very poisonous gas. It was used as a weapon in the First World War; it was known as Mustard Gas.
Chlorine, which was used as a poisonous gas in World War I.
Mustard gas was a poisonous gas used.
Mustard Gas
Mustard Gas Chlorine
tear gas
You don't put gas into gas masks. They are used to keep out poisonous gases.
Chlorine gas was used as a poisonous gas in World War 1. It was one of the first chemical weapons employed in warfare and caused significant casualties and suffering among soldiers on the battlefield.
The main weapons used for world war 1 happen to be the muskets, poisonous gas, airplanes, and sniper rifles
One poisonous gas used in World War 1 and was stockpiled but not used in World War 2 was Mustard gas which is basically like mixing ammonia and chlorine bleach together. It can kill the lungs and nervous system quickly or a person can survive if the exposure is low but he or she will suffer many ailments from the exposure.
To kill the enemies
To kill/maim the enemy, as is the purpose of most weapons of war.
The use of poisonous gas was only banned after ww1