What is/are the full form(s) of HMX?

1. High Melting Explosive

2. High-Density Monoatomic Xenon

3. Hedge Monetizing Xenocurrency

4. Her Majesty’s Explosive

Select the correct answer using the codes given below. 

The correct answer is Only 1.

Key Points

•  Full form of HMX is ‘High Melting Explosive’. Hence, (C) is the correct option.​

HMX (High Melting Explosive):

• High-melting explosives, also known as high-temperature explosives or thermally stable explosives, are a class of explosives that can withstand exposure to high temperatures without detonating or decomposing.
• These explosives are designed for specialized applications where they may be exposed to extreme heat or fire without accidental ignition.
• Traditional explosives are sensitive to heat and can detonate when subjected to elevated temperatures, which can be a significant safety hazard in certain situations.
• High-melting explosives are important for various applications where exposure to high temperatures is a concern.
• They are used in military and aerospace applications where munitions or propulsion systems may be subjected to extreme heat, as well as in the oil and gas industries for perforating charges in downhole tools where they may encounter high temperatures during operation.

Some common examples of high-melting explosives include:

• RDX (Cyclotrimethylenetrinitramine): RDX is known for its high thermal stability and is widely used in military and industrial applications. It can withstand relatively high temperatures without detonation.
• HMX (Cyclotetramethylenetetranitramine): HMX is another explosive compound with high thermal stability, making it suitable for use in munitions and propellants that may be exposed to high temperatures.
• TATB (1,3,5-Triamino-2,4,6-trinitrobenzene): TATB is known for its excellent thermal stability and is used in explosive formulations for applications where high temperatures may be encountered.