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sgtnipmuc
Aug 7, 2007, 04:36 PM
I need to know the basic chemicals used in the construct of nitroglycerine. No need for specifics, just a list of constituent elements. Thanks

Capuchin
Aug 7, 2007, 10:23 PM
A quick Google would have given you the formula:

C_3H_5(NO_3)_3

So there's Carbon, Nitrogen, Oxygen and Hydrogen in there. Is that what you wanted?

Clough
Aug 8, 2007, 01:02 AM
It's amazing that they don't just Google it for themselves!

sgtnipmuc
Aug 8, 2007, 04:24 AM
Thanks. I'm new to this and wanted to start with a simple question. Sorry if that isn't along the lines of policy or other people's programs.
No need to reply.

Capuchin
Aug 8, 2007, 05:10 AM
We generally hold the policy that we are happy to help but want to ensure that we don't do people's homework for them. In your case the question was simple enough to not really be a huge part of homework, so I answered it.

Thanks for getting used to the system! :)

corsican
Aug 27, 2007, 07:49 PM
Actually, the chemicals would be Glycerol- nitric acid and... ) the chemical -elements are carbon and... see the formula. As an aside, is not wise to play with explosives. Mr Nobel was an expert and he blew himself up- his brother started the prize nomination which most are aware of- The NOBEL