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11 years ago
Which of the following molecules contains the greatest amount of chemical energy?
A. H2
B. O2
C. CH4
D. 2,4,6-trinitrotolune
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#1
11 years ago
come on, its D

you dont recognize that as TNT?

aka an explosive used in cartoons with the mouse trying to bomb the cat

more bonds more energy Slight Smile
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11 years ago
Energy is stored in every chemical bond. TNT is a larger molecule, affording more bonds to store energy.

Yes hydrogen can explode, small amount, small explosion.
oxygen is needed for all fires
methane burns quite hot,
but TNT has more energy per molecule.
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11 years ago
answer D. 2,4,6-trinitrotolune  because the explosive yield of TNT is considered to be the standard measure of strength of bombs and other explosives.
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