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abelite

noun
abel·ite | \ ˈābəˌlīt \
plural -s

Definition of abelite 

: an explosive consisting essentially of ammonium nitrate and a nitro derivative of some aromatic hydrocarbon

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First Known Use of abelite

1912, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for abelite

Frederick Abel †1902 English chemist + -ite entry 1

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