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Mercury Fulminate.
Mercury Fulminate - as a noun
A fulminate that when dry explodes violently if struck or heated; used in detonators and blasting caps and percussion caps
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
fulminate of mercuryfulminating mercuryExample Sentences
"The use of mercury fulminate in fireworks adds a loud bang to the display."
"Handling mercury fulminate requires extreme caution due to its high sensitivity."
"The chemical formula of mercury fulminate is Hg(CNO)₂."
"Scientists are researching alternative compounds to replace mercury fulminate in explosives."
"Accidental ignition of mercury fulminate can result in a dangerous explosion."
