explosive materials

Volatile detonation substances

Explosive materials are substances or mixtures capable of rapid chemical reaction that releases gas and energy, producing an explosion.

The category includes dynamite, TNT, nitroglycerin, gunpowder, and plastic explosives like C-4.

The term appears in legal and regulatory contexts: The suspect was charged with possession of explosive materials.

Handling requires specialized training and permits.

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Categories
Opposites
chemical reactivity/stability

explosive materialsinert gases

Chemically unreactive elements

noble gases

energy state

explosive materialsfire retardants

Chemicals preventing ignition spread

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Negative · Everyday, not technical · Rated PG