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When the triger is pulled, a pin in the barrel behind the cartridge is forced into the end of the cartridge igniting the powder charge. The ignition releases gasses under very high pressure which pushes the bullet out of the cartridge, down the barrel and to the target.

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What is the force needed to to fire a 9mm bullet?

The force required to fire a 9mm bullet is generated by the gunpowder in the cartridge. When the firing pin strikes the primer, the gunpowder ignites, producing expanding gases that propel the bullet down the barrel. This force is typically measured in pounds or newtons.


If you throw a bullet into a fire and it goes off will it travel far?

No. It depends upon the bullet of course, but a handgun bullet usually won't hurt you if it hits you under those conditions. Another answer: Depends on the cartridge: Remember that this is deadly because the bullet and cartridge will go in opposite directions at great speeds. The larger the bullet and powder will determine the velocity and distance.


How does a bullet become hot?

When a bullet is fired, the gunpowder ignites and creates hot gases that propel the bullet out of the barrel at high speeds. Friction between the bullet and the barrel also generates heat. Additionally, air resistance as the bullet travels through the air can further heat it up.


If your moving at 900 feet per second and shoot a bullet that goes 900 feet persecond will the bullet ever leave the barrel?

If you fire a bullet at the same velocity you are moving (900 feet per second) in the opposite direction, the bullet will not leave the barrel, as it will essentially remain stationary relative to you. This is because the bullet's speed relative to you would be zero.


What sound does a fire make when it crackles and burns?

A fire makes a crackling sound when it burns.

Related Questions

What is a bullet casing?

When you shoot a bullet the bullet casing pos out through the ejector and that is where the bullet is and gunpowder to fire it.


If you are travelling at the speed of light and fire a bullet what would happen?

it is impossible to fire a bullet a the speed of light


Can a bullet ricochet start a forest fire?

No it cannot


What caliber bullet does the P90 fire?

It fires 5.7x28mm.


Can a 22 bullet fire from a 380 handgun?

No, it cannot.


What bullet does a colt 45 fire?

Various weights.


What caliber of bullet does a PSG1 sniper rifle fire?

It fires a 7.62x51mm NATO bullet, which is similar to a .308 Winchester.


Can you fire a 44 caliber handgun with a 45 bullet?

In most circumstances, no. The bullet is too large to chamber in the handgun.


What can a rifle do?

A rifle can fire a bullet accurately to a longer range than a handgun. However, some handguns can fire a bullet just as accurately, and sometimes moreso, at certain ranges.


What is the difference in grains of bullets for black powder?

The grains of a bullet, be it black powder or not , is the weight of the bullet. Lets say you have a .50 caliber rifle, and fire a 250 grain bullet at a target and hit dead center. Then fire a 300 grain bullet, that bullet will hit slightly lower on the target , but will have more force or stopping power" due to the weight. So the higher the grain the heaver the bullet.


Can a country made pistol fire rifled bullet?

It is possible


Can a countrymade revolver fire a rifled 303 bullet?

If it is chambered for it.