plastic explosive

Pliable detonating material

Plastic explosive is a moldable explosive material with a putty-like consistency, allowing it to be shaped by hand and pressed into gaps or onto surfaces.

Military and demolition uses include breaching doors and destroying structures.

C-4 is the most widely known variety.

The plasticity makes it stable to handle—it typically requires a detonator to explode.

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Opposites
explosive type/form

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Explosive compound, cardiac drug

dynamite stick · dynamite · black powder · blasting cap · gunpowder

destructive vs constructive materials

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Soft sculpting material

building material · building materials · putty · epoxy · construction adhesive

danger/stability

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Molecule resistant to decomposition

safety equipment · fire retardant · fireproofing

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Familiarity
Top 200,000
Profile
Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Negative · Rated PG-13