Weapon

: These are launched or fired at a target and can be powered by: Muscle Power : Bows, arrows, and javelins. Mechanical Power : Crossbows and catapults. Chemical Power : Rifles, pistols, and missiles. Conventional vs. Nonconventional :

: These are hand-held implements used for direct physical impact, such as swords , clubs, or maces. weapon

Weapons are categorized based on their mechanism of operation and the type of energy they utilize: : These are launched or fired at a

: Rely on kinetic energy (bullets) or chemical energy (bombs and grenades). such as swords

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