Asked by parichart nurnchay on Jun 15, 2024
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PETN is the acronym for what explosive?
A) Pentaethylene glycol
B) Phospho-nitroglycerin
C) Phosphor-ethyl tetranitrate
D) Pentaerythritol tetranitrate
PETN
Pentaerythritol tetranitrate, a high explosive compound used in a variety of military, industrial, and mining applications.
Pentaerythritol Tetranitrate
An explosive compound better known as PETN, used both in military and industrial applications, with a formula of C5H8N4O12.
Acronym
A word formed from the initial letters of a phrase, making it easier to remember or say.
- Determine various kinds of explosives by identifying their chemical composition and inherent properties.
Verified Answer
ZK
Zybrea KnightJun 17, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
PETN stands for Pentaerythritol Tetranitrate, which is a powerful explosive compound.
Learning Objectives
- Determine various kinds of explosives by identifying their chemical composition and inherent properties.