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27. Choose the correct alternative from the choices given below for the following statements :

(a)Trinitrotoluene is used as


A

a preservative

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B

a fertilizer

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C

a fuel

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D

an explosive

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Solution

The correct option is D

an explosive


Explanation for correct option:

(D)

  • Trinitrotoluene or 2,4,6-trinitrotoluene is a chemical compound with formula C6H2(NO2)3CH3.
  • Trinitrotoluene is high Energy and unstable due to this reason Trinitrotoluene is used in explosives and chemical weapons.
  • A chemical weapon (CW) is a specialised munition that employs chemicals designed to kill or damage people.

Explanation for incorrect options:

(A). Preservation is the process of preserving food to avoid spoiling, food poisoning, and microbiological contamination. It is done to preserve food for a longer time.

(B). Fertilizer is a substance that is applied to soil or plant tissues to provide one or more important plant nutrients, the absorption of which promotes plant development.

(C). Any substance that may produce heat and energy when burned is referred to as fuel. The heat energy released by fuels is used for a variety of purposes, such as cooking, heating, and a variety of industrial and manufacturing processes.
Hence, Option (D) is the correct answer.


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