The detonator is used
[amp_mcq option1=”as the main mechanism in the bomb” option2=”as an optional device to increase the effect of the explosion” option3=”to initiate the main charge” option4=”to delay the detonation” correct=”option3″]
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UPSC CISF-AC-EXE – 2019
Detonators contain a small amount of sensitive primary explosive that, when initiated (e.g., by electrical signal, friction, or shock), creates a shock wave powerful enough to set off the less sensitive but more powerful main explosive charge.