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sodium nitrate gelignites |
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sodium nitrate gelignites [′sōd·ē·əm ′nī‚trāt jə′lig‚nīts]
(materials) A group of explosives, modifications of blasting gelatin in which varying percentages of nitroglycerin are replaced by sodium nitrate and combustible material; characterized by plastic consistency, high densities, medium velocity of detonation, good resistance to the effects of water, and fume characteristics which are suitable for underground workings. Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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