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We don't know his name, or the exact date, but in the 1500's in China, a sort of metal vase started appearing. These held a charge of gunpowder, and a projectile- either a stone ball, or a large arrow. These developed over a period of time into the cannon we know today.
Bertold Schwartz ( Germany, 1318-1384) . He invented the first brass cannon.
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What Hittites were the first to use a tank chariot cannon or gunpowder?
It was the Chariot
How does the first law of motion apply to catapults?
The cannon ball is not in motion until the fire and gunpowder pushes it upward and out of the cannon.
Where were the first guns made?
Gunpowder came before the gun and was made in China. It was first used to treat skin infections and the in the 10 th century the Chinese Fire Lance was developed. This is considered by historians as the first gun. By the 13 th century gunpowder had reached Europe and the cannon was produced in 1320 in Italy. The cannon was the primary use of the gunpowder until the lock was developed in the 15th century. Samuel Colt is given the credit for the invention of the pistol.
Who is a cannon?
It is a weapon that is like a long lopsided barrel made of metal. When loaded its shoots out gunpowder and fire. It was first used in the 1700's. To do something in cannon is to have a group of people do something one after the other.
When did Europe start using gunpowder?
The use of gunpowder started in Europe during the late 13th century. It was Roger Bacon, who introduced gunpowder and in 1353 the first gunpowder cannon was invented by Berthold Schwarz.
How much gunpowder is needed to fire a cannon effectively?
The amount of gunpowder needed to fire a cannon effectively depends on the size and type of the cannon. Generally, a cannon requires a specific amount of gunpowder to create enough force to propel the projectile out of the barrel with sufficient speed and accuracy. It is important to follow the manufacturer's guidelines or consult with an expert to determine the appropriate amount of gunpowder for a specific cannon.
How is a cannon ball being shot?
the explosion of gunpowder behind it propells it out of the cannon.
How much energy and velocity of a cannon?
The energy of a cannon depends on factors like its size, material, and the amount of gunpowder used. Velocity depends on the projectile weight, barrel length, and gunpowder used. A larger cannon with more gunpowder will generally have more energy and velocity.
What were the first fireworks made by?
Gunpowder by the Chinese.
What was the purpose of the gunpowder made ancient China?
Chinese monks made stone cannon balls and put them in a bamboo shoot. They would then light gunpowder at one end of the bamboo shoot to fire the stone cannon ball. Hope this helps.
What is a sentence for the word gunpowder?
I went to the store to buy some gunpowder for my cannon.
When was the first exploding shell created?
The exploding shell is older than the cannon. Among the first uses of gunpowder was to create bombs or grenades- a casing filled with gunpowder and a fuse. This could be thrown, catapulted, slung, etc. Early cannon used shot (solid projectiles) or shell (hollow, gunpowder filled). In the Star Spangled Banner, the term "bombs bursting in air" refers to an exploding shell.
