Statement-I: The granules of modern gunpowder (also called black powde

Statement-I: The granules of modern gunpowder (also called black powder) are typically coated with Graphite.
Statement-II: Graphite prevents the build-up of electrostatic charge.

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Both the statements are individually true and Statement II is the correct explanation of Statement I

Both the statements are individually true but Statement II is not the correct explanation of Statement I

Statement I is true but Statement II is false

Statement I is false but Statement II is true

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Answer is Wrong!

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UPSC NDA-1 – 2015

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Both Statement I and Statement II are individually true, and Statement II is the correct explanation of Statement I.

Statement I is true; graphite is commonly used as a coating for black powder granules. Statement II is also true; graphite is a good conductor and helps dissipate electrostatic charge.

Black powder (gunpowder) components, especially sulfur and potassium nitrate, can generate static electricity through friction during handling and transport. Static discharge can ignite the powder, leading to dangerous explosions. Coating the granules with a conductive material like graphite prevents static buildup, making the powder safer to handle and improving its flow properties. Therefore, Statement II provides the reason for the practice described in Statement I.

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