Beirut Explosion
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Which country experienced a large explosion at the Port of Beirut in 2020?

  • Syria
  • Lebanon (correct)
  • Jordan
  • Israel

What caused the explosion in Beirut?

  • Chemical leak
  • Fire (correct)
  • Terrorist attack
  • Gas explosion

How many people were killed in the explosion?

  • 300,000
  • 218 (correct)
  • 7,000
  • 15 billion

Where was the ammonium nitrate stored before the explosion?

<p>MV Rhosus (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How far away was the explosion felt in Cyprus?

<p>240 km (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Beirut Explosion

A large explosion occurred at the Port of Beirut in 2020, causing significant damage and loss of life.

Where was the Beirut explosion?

The Beirut explosion occurred in the country of Lebanon, located in the Middle East.

What caused the Beirut explosion?

The Beirut explosion was caused by a fire that ignited a large stockpile of ammonium nitrate.

Where was the ammonium nitrate stored?

The ammonium nitrate that exploded in Beirut was stored on the ship MV Rhosus before the explosion.

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How far was the Beirut explosion felt?

The explosion in Beirut was felt as far away as Cyprus, which is 240 kilometers from the port.

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