Which is used as an explosive? — UPSC Prelims PYQ 2009 (Nitroglycerine)
Which one of the following is used as an explosive?
- Phosphorus trichloride
- Mercuric oxide
- Graphite
- Nitroglycerine
Explanation
Option (d) is correct
- Nitroglycerine is a powerful explosive commonly used in dynamites and blasting operations. The other substances listed are not used as explosives.
Answer: (d): Nitroglycerine
