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Explosives: Types, Definitions, and Uses

The document outlines a laboratory activity focused on explosives, requiring students to complete a table with definitions, reaction speeds, examples, and uses of different types of explosives. It also includes questions about detonation, the nature of high explosives, effects of explosions, and challenges in forensic analysis. Additionally, students are tasked with researching a real-life explosion incident to summarize key details and lessons learned.

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Explosives: Types, Definitions, and Uses

The document outlines a laboratory activity focused on explosives, requiring students to complete a table with definitions, reaction speeds, examples, and uses of different types of explosives. It also includes questions about detonation, the nature of high explosives, effects of explosions, and challenges in forensic analysis. Additionally, students are tasked with researching a real-life explosion incident to summarize key details and lessons learned.

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NAME: ______________________________ YEAR AND SECTION: ______________ DATE: ________

LABORATORY ACTIVITY 1.5

I. Complete the table of explosives by writing their definition, reaction speed, examples, and use.

Type of Definition Reaction Speed Examples Uses


Explosive

Low
Explosives

High
Explosives

Mechanical
Explosives

Nuclear
Explosives

Chemical
Explosives
II. Answer the following question.

1. Define detonation and deflagration.

2. Why do high explosives NOT need containment to make a bang.

3. List four effects of an explosion and explain each.

4. Why is forensic analysis of explosives challenging?

III. Research a real-life explosion incident like mining accident, industrial explosion, or
nuclear blast. In five ( 5 ) sentences, explain:

a. What happened?

b. Where and when?

c. What type of explosive was involved?

d. What were the effects?

e. What lesson was learned from this incident?

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