War Breaks Out

What is the primary chemical reaction that occurs in explosives used during wars?

• Combustion

• Oxidation

• Reduction

• Neutralization

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Which scientific principle explains the shockwave produced by an explosion?

• Newton's First Law

• Bernoulli's Principle

• Conservation of Momentum

• Conservation of Energy

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What type of radiation is most commonly associated with nuclear weapons?

• Alpha radiation

• Beta radiation

• Gamma radiation

• X-ray radiation

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Which element is most commonly used in nuclear fission reactions in atomic bombs?

• Hydrogen

• Uranium

• Carbon

• Helium

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What is the role of a catalyst in a chemical reaction, such as those used in warfare?

• It slows down the reaction

• It speeds up the reaction

• It changes the products of the reaction

• It initiates the reaction

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Which gas is often used in chemical warfare due to its toxic properties?

• Oxygen

• Nitrogen

• Chlorine

• Helium

What is the main environmental impact of using explosives in warfare?

• Air pollution

• Water pollution

• Soil erosion

• Noise pollution

Which scientific concept is used to detect submarines during wartime?

• Sonar

• Radar

• Lidar

• Ultrasound

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What is the effect of high pressure on gases used in warfare, according to Boyle's Law?

• Volume increases

• Volume decreases

• Temperature increases

• Temperature decreases

Which type of electromagnetic wave is used for communication in military operations?

• Microwaves

• Infrared

• Radio waves

• Ultraviolet

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