Can TNT explode on its own?

TNT will not spontaneously explode, and in fact can be treated quite roughly. In order to initiate the explosion, TNT must first be detonated using a pressure wave from another, more easily induced explosion from another explosive called a detonator.

What is detonation in explosive?

Detonation waves are shock waves that are sustained by the energy of the chemical reaction that is initiated by shock compression. From: Combustion, Flames and Explosions of Gases (Third Edition), 1987.

Can old dynamite spontaneously combust?

In reality, a stick of dynamite can be burned without exploding. It’s the small explosion of the blasting cap that is required to cause the nitroglycerin to explode.

Can lightning set off dynamite?

TNT can be lit by fire. Lightning striking on the ground at Medium difficulties and up causes short-lived fires which may be able to trigger an explosions.

Is there a difference between explosion and detonation?

Explosion is a general term for an accelerated release of energy generating extreme temperatures, releasing of gases and expanding volume. Discovered in 1881 by French scientists, detonation is the result of a supersonic wave initiating a secondary explosion.

How is detonation initiated?

A detonation can be initiated directly e.g. by strong shock waves via a localized explosion where a large amount of energy was released. An interesting possibility of the detonation initiation in hydrogen-air caused by focusing of shock waves reflected inside a wedge was recently studied by Smirnov et al [5].

Will dynamite explode if burned?

Dynamite is formed into explosive sticks that feature a wick and a blasting cap. In reality, a stick of dynamite can be burned without exploding. It’s the small explosion of the blasting cap that is required to cause the nitroglycerin to explode. You may see some explosives labeled “TNT” that look like dynamite.

Can lightning make you explode?

When humans are struck by lightning, it generally causes burns and several other injuries (some of which might even be fatal), but lightning-struck trees are often cut in half or in rare cases, they even explode!

What is Intermagazine distance?

Intermagazine distance (IMD): The minimum separation distance between magazines. 18. Possessor of Explosives: Is someone who has actual physical possession or constructive possession, which means the person has dominion or control over explosives.

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