answersLogoWhite

0

Flint is used to produce sparks to ignite powder.

User Avatar

Wiki User

16y ago

What else can I help you with?

Related Questions

What are rifle flints?

Rifle flints are just knapped pieces of flint that are sized to fit in the cock (hammer) of a flint lock rifle. They are sharp on the end that protrudes from the jaws of the cock. This is the piece that actually contacts the frizzen to scrape tiny curls of metal from the frizzen (causing sparks) to light the primer powder in the pan.


What has the author Sydney B J Skertchly written?

Sydney B. J. Skertchly has written: 'The manufacture of gunflints' -- subject(s): Antiquities, Gun-flints, Stone implements


What is the name of flints monkey buddy?

steve


How do you find flints in Assassin's Creed 3?

In Assassin's Creed III, flints can be found by exploring the environment, particularly in areas where you can loot items. Look for chests, barrels, and other containers, as they often contain crafting materials like flints. Additionally, you can find flints by hunting animals, as some may drop them. Keep an eye out for specific locations on the map where resources are more abundant.


What does Keith flints tattoo say on his belly from prodigy?

Inflicted :)


What date is dan flints birthday?

It's 31 March


What was the restaurant in Fort Bragg CA in the film Overboard?

Cap'in Flints


Do the old golden wheel lighters take flints and fluid?

yes!


When was flints invented?

It wasn't, the flint is a rock found naturally in the earth. In prehistoric times men chipped flints to make knives because of the sharp edge they aquired, but only before they started working metal.


What is the mineral group of rose quarts?

Quartz is a silicate, related to the flints and the cherts.


What type of flint do the old Consul pocket lighters take?

Old Consul pocket lighters typically use a standard flint size, often referred to as 3/16 inch or 4.0 mm flints. These flints are commonly used in many vintage and contemporary lighters. When replacing, it's essential to ensure the new flints are compatible with your specific model for optimal performance.


Do ronson flints work in zippo lighters?

yes it would , its the same structure .