Letter: C

The chemical reaction of a fuel and oxygen, usually initiated by a heat source. In the context of interior ballistics, the result of this reaction is gas and heat generation, increasing pressure in an enclosed space.

A copper alloy with a nominal composition of 90 percent copper and 10 percent zinc. “Commercial Bronze” is the trade name for the Copper Development Association, Inc. Alloy C22000. It is used in the manufacture of bullet jackets. See also “Gilding Metal.”

A muzzle attachment or feature to redirect propellant gases with a goal of reducing muzzle lift.

A design of piezoelectric transducer system in which the sensing end matches the internal curvature of the chamber.

A design of piezoelectric transducer system in which the sensing end matches the internal curvature and taper of the chamber.

A laminated structure of copper and steel used for the manufacture of certain bullet jackets.

A bullet having an outer jacket of copper or copper alloy, and containing a lead alloy core.

A priming mixture that contained compounds of chlorine and oxygen generally used in military ammunition made before 1952. The residues are hygroscopic and, therefore, promote rusting.

A radial rupture of the head and rim of a rimfire cartridge or shotshell.

The part of a solid frame revolver on which the cylinder is swung out to accomplish loading and ejecting.