Nitrostarch
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Nitrostarch is a secondary explosive[1] similar to nitrocellulose. Much like starch, it is made up of two components, nitrated amylose and nitrated amylopectin. Nitrated amylopectin generally has a greater solubility than amylose; however, it is less stable than nitrated amylose.[2]
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Properties | |
(C6H7N3O11)n | |
Appearance | Light yellow powder |
Insoluble | |
Solubility | Soluble in ethanol, diethyl ether, acetone, chloroform, ethyl acetate, nitric acid |
Thermochemistry | |
10797.65 J/g | |
9279.69 J/g | |
Related compounds | |
Related compounds |
Starch Nitrocellulose |
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).
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The solubility, detonation velocity, and impact sensitivity depend heavily on the level of nitration.[2]