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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

Answer:

(b)

Difficult

Application Based

CA

Explanation

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.