Noun
Butyl; -- so called from the four carbon atoms in the molecule.
Source: Webster's dictionaryEpidemiological data shows that tetryl has most effect on the skin, acting as a strong irritant. Source: Internet
Environmental fate The most toxic ordnance compounds, tetryl and 1,3,5-TNB, are also the most degradable. Source: Internet
History Cross-sectional view of Oerlikon 20 mm cannon shells (dating from circa 1945) showing color code for tetryl filling Tetryl was used mainly during World Wars I and II and later conflicts. Source: Internet
In addition, degradation products of tetryl appear as a shoulder on the 2,4,6-TNT peak. Source: Internet
Peak heights rather than peak areas should be used when tetryl is present in concentrations that are significant relative to the concentration of 2,4,6-TNT. Source: Internet
Tetryl is the basis for the service tetryl blasting caps necessary for positive detonation of TNT. Source: Internet