Diagram of dynamite.
<dl><dd>A. Sawdust (or any other type of absorbent material) soaked in nitroglycerin.</dd>
<dd>B. Protective coating surrounding the explosive material.</dd>
<dd>C. Wick (although a blasting cap is commonly used).</dd></dl>
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