ballistite (Meaning)
ballistite (n)
an explosive (trade name Ballistite) that burns with relatively little smoke; contains pyrocellulose and is used as a propellant
ballistite (n.)
A smokeless powder containing equal parts of soluble nitrocellulose and nitroglycerin.
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an explosive (trade name Ballistite) that burns with relatively little smoke; contains pyrocellulose and is used as a propellantA smokeless powder containing eq
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The cannon fired a projectile propelled by ballistite, a powerful smokeless propellant.
Ballistite was the first practical smokeless powder, revolutionizing military artillery and small arms.
The composition of ballistite includes nitrocellulose, nitroglycerin, and diphenylamine.
Ballistite burns rapidly, producing a large volume of gas that propels the projectile.
