Cuprous Acetylide

Name:
Cuprous Acetylide
Detailed information:

M Formula:	Cu2C2
Properties:
Amorphous, red powder. A salt of acetylene.
Derivation:
Reaction of acetylene with aqueous soluble of cuprous salts.
Hazard:
Severe explosion risk when shocked or heated.
Use:
Detonators and other explosive devices.