Hand Grenades: Types and Operation

The video tutorial explains the basic structure and function of hand grenades, comparing them to firecrackers. It details the activation process, including the use of a mechanical device to ignite the fuse. The tutorial also covers various types of grenades, such as offensive, fragmentation, chemical, practice, and training grenades, highlighting their specific purposes and characteristics.

What is the primary difference between a hand grenade and a firecracker?

• A firecracker is more powerful.

• A firecracker is used in military operations.

• A hand grenade is made of metal.

• A hand grenade is activated by a mechanical device.

What is the first step in using a hand grenade?

• Release the safety lever.

• Hold the grenade with the throwing hand.

• Throw the grenade.

• Pull out the safety pin.

What happens when the primer of a hand grenade is struck?

• The grenade is thrown.

• The grenade explodes immediately.

• The fuse is ignited.

• The safety lever is released.

Which type of grenade is designed to break into fragments upon explosion?

• Chemical grenade

• Practice grenade

• Offensive grenade

• Fragmentation grenade

What is a characteristic of practice grenades?

• They have a reduced amount of charge fillers.

• They are used for riot control.

• They contain no explosive charge.

• They produce toxic effects.