Chapter 13, Problem 134RQ

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: A potential energy diagram that shows the way in which a primary explosive would start the reaction of a secondary explosive is to be drawn.

Concept Introduction:

Primary explosives are the ones that require a very small amount of energy to initiate an explosive reaction and can continue rapidly after the initiation of the reaction.

Secondary explosives are the explosives that require a higher amount of energy in the form of heat or flame in order to initiate an explosive reaction.