The Factors Influencing The Deflagrative Rate Of Gunpowder And The Influences Of The Aforementioned Factors On The Efficacy Of The Mixture
School Name
Greenville Technical Charter High School
Grade Level
10th Grade
Presentation Topic
Chemistry
Presentation Type
Non-Mentored
Abstract
Prior to now, the standard 15%, 10%, 75% mixture of gunpowder has been considered perfect for optimal combustion. The ratio has been the universal solution since the mid-late 1800’s. This experiment is designed to reanalyze the natural deflagrative rate of standard powder and home-made powder with altered ingredients. The experiment will utilize charcoal of different types and alter the chemical ingredients of the gunpowder. By altering the ingredients in the powder, the rate of detonation and/or deflagration. Optimally, the experiment will show whether or not different compositions will alter any traits of the powder.
Recommended Citation
Van Hook, Patrick, "The Factors Influencing The Deflagrative Rate Of Gunpowder And The Influences Of The Aforementioned Factors On The Efficacy Of The Mixture" (2015). South Carolina Junior Academy of Science. 283.
https://scholarexchange.furman.edu/scjas/2015/all/283
Start Date
4-11-2015 2:15 PM
End Date
4-11-2015 2:30 PM
The Factors Influencing The Deflagrative Rate Of Gunpowder And The Influences Of The Aforementioned Factors On The Efficacy Of The Mixture
Prior to now, the standard 15%, 10%, 75% mixture of gunpowder has been considered perfect for optimal combustion. The ratio has been the universal solution since the mid-late 1800’s. This experiment is designed to reanalyze the natural deflagrative rate of standard powder and home-made powder with altered ingredients. The experiment will utilize charcoal of different types and alter the chemical ingredients of the gunpowder. By altering the ingredients in the powder, the rate of detonation and/or deflagration. Optimally, the experiment will show whether or not different compositions will alter any traits of the powder.
