Question

How was gunpowder first used

Answer 1

Answer:

Gunpowder is believed to have originated in China in the 9th century as part of China's “Four Great Inventions'' and was originally designed for medicinal purposes and later for warfare around 904 A.D and has spread throughout Eurasia in the 13th century through trade and invasion

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Answer 2

Gunpowder was first used as an explosive in ancient China. It was initially used for medicinal and mystical purposes, but its potential as a weapon was soon discovered. It was used in flamethrowers, fire arrows, and eventually cannons, revolutionizing warfare as a whole.