exploded

Exploded is the past participle of the verb explode and is used as both a verb form and an adjective. As a verb, it describes the act of something bursting violently due to a rapid release of energy. As an adjective, it can describe something that has already burst or been blown apart, or refer to diagrams and representations that show components separated for clarity, such as an exploded diagram.

In science and engineering, an explosion generally refers to a rapid increase in volume and pressure caused by the sudden release of energy. This can result from chemical reactions (chemical explosions), rapid physical changes or pressurization, or nuclear reactions (nuclear explosions). The immediate effects typically include a blast wave, high-temperature gases, fragmentation, and structural damage. The specifics depend on the energy released, the confinement of the material, and the surrounding environment.

Common contexts include mining, demolition, and pyrotechnics, where controlled explosions are performed under strict safety protocols. In everyday language, exploded can describe both the process (the device exploded) and the result (an exploded diagram or an exploded view of a mechanism). An exploded view is a type of diagram that shows the components of an object separated from one another to reveal how they fit together.

Safety, regulation, and research related to explosions focus on understanding blast effects, mitigating risk, and guiding the design of protective measures in construction, transportation, and industrial settings. The topic spans physical science, engineering practice, and public safety.