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  • Chemistry
  • Forensic Science
  • Materials Science

Background:

  • Traditional explosive classifications (velocity of detonation, application) are inadequate for chemical analysis.
  • Existing chemical classifications of explosives are dispersed across scientific literature.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To comprehensively review and update a chemical composition-based classification system for explosives.
  • To consolidate dispersed chemical classifications into a unified framework.
  • To aid researchers in the analytical chemical identification of explosives.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of fundamental explosive concepts.
  • Analysis and revision of existing chemical classifications.
  • Discussion of analytical techniques for explosive identification based on chemical composition.

Main Results:

  • A unified, updated classification of explosives based on chemical composition is presented.
  • The limitations of traditional classification systems for chemical determination are highlighted.
  • Adequate analytical techniques for identifying explosives are discussed in relation to their chemical makeup.

Conclusions:

  • A chemical composition-based classification is essential for accurate analytical identification of explosives.
  • The proposed unified classification system simplifies and enhances the process of explosive identification for researchers.
  • Understanding chemical composition is key to selecting appropriate analytical methods for explosives.