What is the Meaning & Definition of TNT

The acronym TNT correspond with trinitrotoluene, a chemical composition which acts as explosive and that is formed from toluene nitrado three times. It is a type of crystalline aromatic hydrocarbon with a characteristic pale yellow colour. In its refined form TNT has considerable stability, which makes that not easily react to shock or agitation. This single compound explodes when an object about two kilos impacts it at a certain speed.
In terms of the temperature in the explosion it reaches 470 degrees Celsius and for this you need to activate some kind of detonator. It should be noted that it does not absorb water and does not react with metals and this circumstance allows that it can be stored safely for very long periods.
TNT is an explosive that sometimes is confused with another, dynamite. Both one and other have a very high destructive power, which can be used for licit purposes or with a clear purpose of destructive.

Advantages and disadvantages

TNT is used in mining, industry and as an element to facilitate the creation of large infrastructures. Its downside is evident, because since its discovery at the end of the century XlX has been used as a powerful and effective weapon of destruction in times of war.
TNT is an explosive with a high detonation velocity and has proven destructive, even in underwater detonations. In terms of its negative aspects, it should be emphasized that it is a flammable and toxic substance and, therefore, its use can be accompanied by health problems for people exposed to its effects (breathing difficulties, vomiting, cramps, etc). On the other hand, transport is not without dangers. In terms of workmanship, it is quite costly and complex.

Historical approach

The discoverer of the TNT was the German chemist Julius Wibrand. Interestingly its discovery in 1863 was initially assessed as a new shade of yellow that had applications in the world of fashion. However, twenty years after it became clear that TNT was actually an explosive substance that had great potential as a weapon of war. In a few years, it was possible to verify their effectiveness, since in the l world war was used as a weapon of destruction on a large scale. In the World War ll warfighting needs made that TNT will continue using as explosive, especially to attack enemy submarines.
TNT is valued as explosive because it offers more security than nitroglycerin. However, the evolution of armament has done that this explosive has lost prominence in armed conflicts in recent history.