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cyclonite
cyclonite (ˈsaɪkləˌnaɪt) n (Elements & Compounds) a white crystalline insoluble explosive prepared by the action of nitric acid on hexamethylenetetramine; cyclotrimethylenetrinitramine: used in bombs and shells. Formula: C3H6N6O6[C20: from cyclo- + (trimethylene-tri)nit(ramin)e]cyclonite
cyclonite[′sī·klə‚nīt] (organic chemistry) (CH2)3N3(NO2)3 A white, crystalline explosive, consisting of hexahydro-trinitro-triazine, and having high sensitivity and brisance; mixed with other explosives or substances. Abbreviated RDX. Also known as cyclotrimethylenetrinitramine. |