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Traditional gunpowder (also commonly called black powder) is made of carbon, sulphur and potassium nitrate (saltpeter), most recently and commonly in the ratio 15:10:75 respectively. However, gunpowder ceased to be a common propellant for firearms early in the 20th century.
Modern propellants are commonly known as smokeless powders rather than gunpowder, and are based on a combination of nitroglycerin, nitocellulose,and filler materials .
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What year did china make gunpowder?
China made Gunpowder in 1000 A.D. They actually made it by accident.
What dynasty was gunpowder invented?
gunpowder was made in the tang dynasty and was soon used for bombs and weapons
What were two important inventions the Chinese made during the middle ages?
in my opinion its paper and gun powder........ hope that helps
Which Chinese person invented gunpowder?
gun powder was made too far back to answer
Why have castles become defunct?
Because Gunpowder made the walls obsolete as a means of defence.
