Definitions
- Referring to a powerful explosive used in construction, mining, and demolition. - Talking about a chemical compound that is yellow in color and has a distinctive odor. - Describing a substance that is stable and safe to handle if stored properly.
- Referring to a powerful explosive used in construction, mining, and demolition. - Talking about a chemical compound that is typically red in color and has a distinctive smell. - Describing a substance that is highly unstable and dangerous to handle without proper precautions.
List of Similarities
- 1Both are powerful explosives used in construction, mining, and demolition.
- 2Both are chemical compounds that release energy when detonated.
- 3Both can be dangerous if not handled properly.
- 4Both have distinctive smells and colors.
- 5Both were invented in the 19th century.
What is the difference?
- 1Composition: TNT is made from toluene and nitric acid, while dynamite is made from nitroglycerin and an absorbent material.
- 2Stability: TNT is more stable and safer to handle than dynamite, which is highly unstable and requires careful handling.
- 3Power: Dynamite is more powerful than TNT and can cause more damage when detonated.
- 4Color: TNT is typically yellow in color, while dynamite is usually red.
- 5Odor: TNT has a distinctive odor, while dynamite has a stronger and more pungent smell.
Remember this!
TNT and dynamite are both powerful explosives used in construction, mining, and demolition. However, TNT is more stable and safer to handle than dynamite, which is highly unstable and requires careful handling. Dynamite is also more powerful than TNT and can cause more damage when detonated.
