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Fertilizer bomb

A fertilizer bomb is a type of explosive made using materials that people usually use to help their plants grow. These materials are called fertilizer. Fertilizer usually contains a chemical called ammonium nitrate.

To make a fertilizer bomb, someone mixes the fertilizer with other dangerous chemicals like fuel oil or diesel. When the mixture is ignited, it creates a big explosion that can cause a lot of damage.

Think of it like making a giant baking soda and vinegar volcano, but instead of just making a fizzy eruption, it makes something that goes BOOM!

Fertilizer bombs can be very dangerous if they are used improperly. They have been used in some big attacks around the world, so it’s important to be careful and not use fertilizer for anything other than what it’s meant for – helping plants grow!