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|IUPAC_name = 2,4,6-trinitrophenyl-N-methylnitramine |
| IUPAC_name = 2,4,6-trinitrophenyl-N-methylnitramine |
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|chemical_formula = [[carbon|C]]<sub>7</sub>[[Hydrogen|H]]<sub>5</sub>[[Nitrogen|N]]<sub>5</sub>[[Oxygen|O]]<sub>8</sub> |
| chemical_formula = [[carbon|C]]<sub>7</sub>[[Hydrogen|H]]<sub>5</sub>[[Nitrogen|N]]<sub>5</sub>[[Oxygen|O]]<sub>8</sub> |
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|molecular_weight = 287.15 [[gram|g]]/[[mole (unit)|mol]] |
| molecular_weight = 287.15 [[gram|g]]/[[mole (unit)|mol]] |
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|shock_sensitivity = Insensitive |
| shock_sensitivity = Insensitive |
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|friction_sensitivity = Insensitive |
| friction_sensitivity = Insensitive |
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|density = 1.73 [[gram|g]]/[[cubic centimetre|cm³]] |
| density = 1.73 [[gram|g]]/[[cubic centimetre|cm³]] |
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|explosive_velocity = 7,570 [[metre per second|m/s]] |
| explosive_velocity = 7,570 [[metre per second|m/s]] |
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|RE_factor = 1.25 |
| RE_factor = 1.25 |
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|melting point = 129.5 [[Celsius|°C]] |
| melting point = 129.5 [[Celsius|°C]] |
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|boiling_point = Decomposes at 187 °C |
| boiling_point = Decomposes at 187 °C |
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|appearance = odorless yellow crystalline solid |
| appearance = odorless yellow crystalline solid |
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|CAS_number = 479-45-8 |
| CAS_number = 479-45-8 |
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|PubChem = 10178 |
| PubChem = 10178 |
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|SMILES = CN(C1=C(C=C(C=C1[N+](=O)[O-]) |
| SMILES = CN(C1=C(C=C(C=C1[N+](=O)[O-]) |
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[N+](=O)[O-])[N+](=O)[O-])[N+](=O)[O-] |
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'''Tetryl''' is a sensitive [[explosive]] compound used to make [[detonator]]s and explosive booster charges. |
'''Tetryl''' is a sensitive [[explosive]] compound used to make [[detonator]]s and explosive booster charges. Its [[IUPAC nomenclature|IUPAC]] name is '''2,4,6-trinitrophenyl-N-methylnitramine''' and some commonly used synonyms are '''nitramine''', '''tetralite''', and '''tetril'''. Its [[chemical formula]] is [[carbon|C]]<sub>7</sub>[[Hydrogen|H]]<sub>5</sub>[[Nitrogen|N]]<sub>5</sub>[[Oxygen|O]]<sub>8</sub>. |
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Tetryl is an odorless yellow crystalline solid that is not found naturally in the environment. Under certain conditions, tetryl can exist as dust in air. It is slightly soluble in water and in other liquids. |
Tetryl is an odorless yellow crystalline solid that is not found naturally in the environment. Under certain conditions, tetryl can exist as dust in air. It is slightly soluble in water and in other liquids. |
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Tetryl was used mainly during [[World War I|World Wars I]] and [[World War II|II]] and later conflicts. Tetryl is usually used on its own, though can sometimes be found in compositions such as [[tetrytol]]. Tetryl is no longer manufactured or used in the [[United States]], but can still be found in legacy munitions such as the [[ |
Tetryl was used mainly during [[World War I|World Wars I]] and [[World War II|II]] and later conflicts. Tetryl is usually used on its own, though can sometimes be found in compositions such as [[tetrytol]]. Tetryl is no longer manufactured or used in the [[United States]], but can still be found in legacy munitions such as the [[M14 mine|M14]] anti-personnel [[landmine]]. |
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Tetryl has a detonation velocity of 7,570 metres per second. |
Tetryl has a detonation velocity of 7,570 metres per second. |
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== Production == |
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Before the late 1800s, tetryl was rarely used in food as a flavor enhancer. It wasn't until the [[Parker factory fire]] of 1872 that the dangers of tetryl were finally realized. Ever since, tetryl has been unused in the western world for this purpose. However, the [[FDA]] has not yet officially prohibited the use of tetryl in food products.<ref>Stuart, Gregory F., ''The Industrialized Cuisine'', London: LP&Associates, 1958. ISBN 0-259-8239-1</ref> |
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==Production== |
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Tetryl is produced by action of a mix of concentrated [[nitric acid]] and [[sulfuric acid]] on [[dimethylaniline]]. |
Tetryl is produced by action of a mix of concentrated [[nitric acid]] and [[sulfuric acid]] on [[dimethylaniline]]. |
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==See also== |
== See also == |
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<br />Stuart, Gregory F., ''The Industrialized Cuisine'', London: BJ&Associates, 1958. ISBN 0-87779-929-6 |
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==External links== |
== External links == |
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[http://www.atsdr.cdc.gov/tfacts80.html |
* [http://www.atsdr.cdc.gov/tfacts80.html Tetryl] 'Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR)''', |
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[[Category:Explosive chemicals]] |
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Revision as of 16:25, 3 February 2008
Tetryl is a sensitive explosive compound used to make detonators and explosive booster charges. Its IUPAC name is 2,4,6-trinitrophenyl-N-methylnitramine and some commonly used synonyms are nitramine, tetralite, and tetril. Its chemical formula is C7H5N5O8.
Tetryl is an odorless yellow crystalline solid that is not found naturally in the environment. Under certain conditions, tetryl can exist as dust in air. It is slightly soluble in water and in other liquids.
Tetryl was used mainly during World Wars I and II and later conflicts. Tetryl is usually used on its own, though can sometimes be found in compositions such as tetrytol. Tetryl is no longer manufactured or used in the United States, but can still be found in legacy munitions such as the M14 anti-personnel landmine.
Tetryl has a detonation velocity of 7,570 metres per second.
Production
Tetryl is produced by action of a mix of concentrated nitric acid and sulfuric acid on dimethylaniline.
See also
References
- Cooper, Paul W., Explosives Engineering, New York: Wiley-VCH, 1996. ISBN 0-471-18636-8
External links
- Tetryl 'Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR),