TNT, or trinitrotoluene, is a chemical compound commonly used as an explosive. It is known for its stability, making it safer to handle compared to other explosives. TNT is often used in military applications, construction, and demolition due to its powerful explosive properties when detonated. When TNT is detonated, it undergoes a rapid chemical reaction that produces a large volume of gas and heat, resulting in an explosion. The compound is typically yellow in color and can be molded into various shapes for different uses. Its effectiveness and reliability have made it a standard in the field of explosives.