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7.<br />

8.<br />

Filter the solution through a paper towel<br />

into a container to collect the crystals.<br />

Wash the crystals left on the paper towel<br />

three times, using 1/2 cup (120 milliliters)<br />

p<strong>or</strong>tions of alcohol each time.<br />

Air dry the copper sulfate crystals f<strong>or</strong> 2 hours.<br />

Note: Drying time can be reduced to 1/2 hour by use of hot, not boiling, water bath (see step 3).<br />

1.15 Reclamation of RDX from C4<br />

RDX can be obtained from C4 explosive with the use of gasoline. It can be used as a booster explosive<br />

f<strong>or</strong> detonat<strong>or</strong>s (section 6.13) <strong>or</strong> as a high explosive charge.<br />

Materials Required<br />

Gasoline<br />

C4 explosive<br />

2 pint glass jars, wide mouth<br />

Paper towels<br />

Stirring rod (glass <strong>or</strong> wood)<br />

Water<br />

Ceramic <strong>or</strong> glass dish<br />

Optional (RDX can be air dried instead)<br />

Pan<br />

Heat Source<br />

Teaspoon<br />

Cup<br />

Tape<br />

Procedure

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