Which one of the following is used as an explosive? 1) Phosphorus trichloride 2) Mercuric oxide 3) Graphite [2009] - PMF IAS

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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