Shot
A shot, rarely a firing is the ejection of a bullet or projectile from the barrel channel under the action of powder gases formed during the combustion of a powder charge.
The shot is fired concisely (0.001-0.06 seconds). The striking of the firing pin against the cartridge capsule produces a flame that ignites the powder charge; this produces a large number of heated gases, which increase in volume and create a high pressure that acts in all directions with equal force. Under the pressure of 250-500 kgf/cm², the bullet moves from its place, crashes into the rifling, and acquires a rotational motion. The powder continues to burn, and the amount of gases increases accordingly. The gas pressure reaches its highest value (2,880 kgf/cm²) when the bullet has traveled 4-6 cm. Then, due to the increase in the bullet's velocity, the volume of the backspace increases faster than the inflow of new gases, and the pressure begins to drop.
– an action of shooting.
– a directed propelling of a missile.
– a directed discharge of a firearm.
– a stroke or throw to score points in a game.
– the ability to shoot [Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary].
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