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priming composition |
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priming composition [′prīm·iŋ ‚kəm·pə‚zish·ən] (materials) A physical mixture of materials that is very sensitive to impact or percussion and, when so exploded, undergoes very rapid autocombustion, producing hot gases and incandescent solid particles; priming compositions are used for the ignition of primary high explosives, black powder igniter charges, and propellants in small arms ammunition. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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