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What is explosive efficiency?

Explosive efficiency refers to the effectiveness of an explosive material in converting stored energy into a high-energy blast or shock wave when detonated. It is typically measured by the amount of work done per unit mass of explosive used. A more efficient explosive will produce a greater output of energy per unit of input.


What is the word for blow up cause to explode?

The word for causing something to explode is "detonate." It refers to the act of causing an explosive device or substance to explode with force. Another term that can be used is "blast."


What is a high order explosive?

A high order explosive (HE) is a type of explosive that detonates at a high velocity, producing a rapid and intense shockwave. These explosives undergo a supersonic reaction, resulting in a significant release of energy, typically used in military applications, demolition, and mining. Examples include TNT, RDX, and PETN. Their effectiveness stems from their ability to generate a powerful blast and fragmentation, making them suitable for penetrating hard targets.


What are types of explosive dispersal?

Explosive dispersal can be categorized into several types, primarily based on the mechanism of explosion and the materials used. One common type is blast dispersal, which uses the shockwave from an explosion to spread debris or materials over a wide area. Another type is fragmentation dispersal, where the explosive device shatters into smaller, high-velocity projectiles upon detonation. Additionally, aerosol dispersal can occur when explosives create a fine mist or cloud of particles, often used in military applications for chemical agents or smoke.


What does shaped charge and directional fragmentation charge have in common?

Shaped charges and directional fragmentation charges are both explosive devices designed to focus their blast effects in a specific direction. They achieve this by using a shaped casing or liner to direct the explosive force towards the target, maximizing the destructive power in that direction. Both types of charges are commonly used in military applications for their effectiveness in penetrating armor and structures.

Related Questions

What is an explosive used to blast mines foundations etc. (8 letters)?

dynamite comes to mind


What is explosive efficiency?

Explosive efficiency refers to the effectiveness of an explosive material in converting stored energy into a high-energy blast or shock wave when detonated. It is typically measured by the amount of work done per unit mass of explosive used. A more efficient explosive will produce a greater output of energy per unit of input.


How heavy was the atomic bomb dropped on japan?

The first Atom Bomb dropped on Hiroshima was called "Little Boy". It weighted about 9,700 pounds and used about 141 pounds of Uranium-235 to generate an explosive blast roughly equal to about 15,000 tons (or 30 million pounds) of conventional TNT explosive. The second Atom Bomb dropped was on Nagasaki. It was called "Fat Man". It weighed about 10,300 pounds and used about 14 pounds of Plutonium-239 & 240 to generate an explosive blast roughly equal to about 21,000 tons (or 42 million pounds) of conventional TNT explosive.


How are people injured by land mines?

Land mines are explosive devices buried underground, designed to cause injury or damage to soldiers, or to vehicles that roll over them. They are used to deny passage across terrain in times of war, but are frequently left buried for years after wars end, representing potential death for unfortunate civilians and their domestic animals. The high-explosive charges and fragmentation sections can kill or maim in any number of ways. The shock wave can blast off extremities (arms, legs) and cause internal injuries. The fragments can cause severe or fatal wounds at some distance from the blast. "Misplaced" or forgotten land mines kill and severely injure thousands of innocent individuals each year, but little has been done to improve controls over the use of these weapons. Many have been laid down by individuals or units who are unable to properly chart or track them, or placed indiscriminately by guerrillas and terrorists.


Low yield explosives cause low or less damaging explosions and rarely injure people true or false?

False.... The Oklahoma City bombings utilized a "low yield" explosive (ANFO) which is typically used in mining to move material. A 'high" explosive, like dynamite, is used to blast and fracture material.


What are diamond mines used for?

Diamond mines are used for mining diamonds.


What type of horses were used in mines?

Ponies were used in the mines. Since large draft horses were to big to fit in the mines, they used ponies to carry tools and pull the mining carts.


Which explosive is sometimes used to treat a heart condition?

Nitroglycerin (but not as an "explosive").


What is the definition of unexploded ordnance?

Unexploded ordnance are explosive weapons such as bombs, mines, shells and grenades, that were used but didn't explode. They are very dangerous because people find them and think they are harmless. In fact, the older they are the more unstable they may be.


How were children treated down coal mines?

AnswerChildren were used in coal mines to dig ahead of the main miners and help clear out paths. Due to their smaller body size, kids could fit through spaces no adult man could. This led to rough conditions on the kids and the risk of cave ins and explosive gas was dangerous.


What is Blast Furnace?

A blast furnace is used to extract iron from its ore.


What did an ostler do in the mines?

An ostler (hostler) looked after horses. There used to be horses in mines.