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Detonating a contact explosive

25 May 2015

Nitrogen Triiodide is an extremely sensitive explosive compound that, when dry, can be detonated by the lightest of touches. It is only safe to transport nitrogen triiodide when wet. Upon detonation, a cloud of purple iodine vapor is released.

Source: https://youtu.be/cWMlUDT2sK8

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Detonating a contact explosive