What is the common characteristic of the chemical substances generally known as CL-20, HMX and LLM-105, which are sometimes talked about in media?
What is the common characteristic of the chemical substances generally known as CL-20, HMX and LLM-105, which are sometimes talked about in media?
(a)
These are alternatives to hydro- fluorocarbon refrigerants
(b)
These are explosives in military weapons
(c)
These are high-energy fuels for cruise missiles
(d)
These are propulsion fuels for rocket
(b)
CL-20, HMX, and LLM-105 are all high-energy explosive compounds. They are used in military applications due to their high detonation velocity and pressure.
Microtheme: Defence —
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