noun
- A colorless crystalline explosive compound (C₃H₆N₆O₆) used in military and industrial applications; also called RDX or hexogen.
Usage: technical; chemistry; military
Examples
- Cyclonite is a powerful explosive used in military munitions and detonators.
- The chemical formula for cyclonite is C₃H₆N₆O₆.
- Cyclonite was first synthesized in the early 20th century.
- Military engineers selected cyclonite for its stability and reliability in weapons systems.
- The production of cyclonite requires strict safety protocols due to its explosive nature.