Multiple choice general knowledge

What is PETN?

  1. Pentaerythritol tetranitrate

  2. Powdered Explosive TNT

  3. Pentoerythritol tetranitramine

  4. Pentaerythrital tetranitramine

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

PETN is a high-brisance explosive meaning it creates a powerful shattering effect. The full chemical name is Pentaerythritol Tetranitrate. Options C and D have spelling errors ('pentoerythrital', 'tetranitramine'). Option B is incorrect - PETN and TNT are different explosives.