Which label is used for materials that can detonate under suitable conditions?

Which label is used for materials that can detonate under suitable conditions?

• A. Non-flammable compressed gas
• B. Spontaneously Combustible
• C. Radioactive substance
• D. Explosive

Answer: (D)

Explosive substances are those that can detonate under suitable conditions. The label for these materials signals a high risk of a rapid, energetic release that can cause a shockwave, so they must be treated with strict controls, kept away from heat, shocks, and ignition sources, and transported under dangerous goods regulations. The other hazards describe different risks: non-flammable compressed gas refers to gases that do not burn, spontaneously combustible means they can ignite without an external flame but not necessarily detonate, and radioactive substances involve radiation hazards requiring shielding and distance.

Explosive substances are those that can detonate under suitable conditions. The label for these materials signals a high risk of a rapid, energetic release that can cause a shockwave, so they must be treated with strict controls, kept away from heat, shocks, and ignition sources, and transported under dangerous goods regulations. The other hazards describe different risks: non-flammable compressed gas refers to gases that do not burn, spontaneously combustible means they can ignite without an external flame but not necessarily detonate, and radioactive substances involve radiation hazards requiring shielding and distance.