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Is cordite still used today?
Cordite is no longer used as a propellant in modern firearms. It has been replaced by more efficient and less corrosive powders. However, some military museums and historical reenactments may still use cordite in order to preserve the historical accuracy of certain weapons.
What are the ingredients of double base smokeless gunpowder?
It is a blend of Nitrocellulose and Nitro-Glycerin Also known as Cordite
Who invented the sweets Spangle and what year was it invented?
Spangles were invented by Mars in the UK in the 1950s.
In which year was the Haber process invented by Fritz Haber?
the haber process was invented by Fritz haber in 1908
When was ALL laundry Detergent invented?
ALL laundry detergent was invented in 1959.
How was Cordite used in the Civil War?
The invention of cordite did not occur until 1889. It was also invented in the United Kingdom. It was not used during the Civil War.
What is cordite used for in weapons?
cordite is a type of smokeless gunpowder. basically cellulose nitrate.
Does a recently fired pistol give off the smell of cordite?
Yes. Cordite is part of gunpowder so any recently fired gun will smell like cordite
What has the author M R Bowditch written?
M. R. Bowditch has written: ''Cordite-Poole'' -- subject(s): Royal Naval Cordite Factory
Is cordite still used today?
Cordite is no longer used as a propellant in modern firearms. It has been replaced by more efficient and less corrosive powders. However, some military museums and historical reenactments may still use cordite in order to preserve the historical accuracy of certain weapons.
How many grains of cordite is the Hambrusch Hunting Weapons Rhino rifle regulated for?
The Rhino rifle is chambered in .600 Nitro Express. The loading specified for this round is 120 grains of cordite.
What goes boom starting with c?
Cymbals go boom.
What elements make up cordite?
Cordite is composed of three main ingredients: nitrocellulose, nitroglycerin, and sometimes a stabilizer such as mineral jelly. These components are mixed in specific proportions to create a stable and combustible propellant used in firearms.
What type of powder was used for revolutionary firearms?
Black powder <><><> At the time of the American revolution, the only gunpowder in existence was black powder- a mix of charcoal, sulfur, and saltpetre. Other gun powders (smokeless, cordite, etc) were invented in the late 1800s.
What is cordite?
A mix of nitrocellulose and nitrogylcerine, usually extruded in sticks, and used as a propellant (gunpowder) in firearms and cannon.
What word has an r in it and is 7 letters?
turbine, cordite, awkward, trouble, fearful, endorse, reality, trailer
What are two scientists who discovered explosives?
It is unknown who invented the first explosive black powder.This was called gunpowder and originated in China around the tenth century. In 1846, Nitroglycerin was discovered by Ascanio Sobrero In 1846, Christian Schonbein discovered guncotton. In 1863, TNT was invented by Joseph Wilbrand. In 1865, Albert Nobel invented the blasting cap. In 1867, Albert Nobel patented dynamite. In 1888, Albert Nobel invented ballistite.(The term ballistics comes from this). In 1889, Sir James Dewar and Sir Frederick Abel invented cordite.
