torpex

Questions

What does torpex mean?

A secondary explosive made from RDX, TNT, and powdered aluminium, used in World War II.

Where does torpex come from?

Short for torpedo explosive, since it was originally developed for use in torpedoes.

How to pronounce torpex

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