Black powder and smokeless powder do not have characteristic shapes and colors and are therefore difficult to locate in debris.

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Black powder and smokeless powder have distinct physical characteristics. Black powder is typically a fine, dark granular powder, while smokeless powder can range from fine grains to small flakes or cylindrical shapes, and varies in color from light grey to brown. These characteristics can aid in their identification in debris.

Black Powder and Smokeless Powder Do Not Have Characteristic Shapes