Firearms Safety and Mechanics
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What is the difference between extraction and ejection in a firearm?

  • Extraction is removing the cartridge, and ejection is throwing it out (correct)
  • Extraction is loading the gun, and ejection is firing it
  • Extraction is firing the gun, and ejection is unloading it
  • Extraction is removing the bullet, and ejection is removing the powder

    • What is the purpose of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in shooting sessions?

  • To increase the rate of fire
  • To protect the physical integrity of participants (correct)
  • To improve shooting accuracy
  • To facilitate weapon maintenance

    • What is the guard-mato?

  • A piece that covers the barrel
  • A part that surrounds and protects the trigger (correct)
  • A device that locks the trigger
  • A safety mechanism of the weapon

    • What is the function of the rifling inside a firearm barrel?

    <p>To impart a rotary motion to the bullet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the safety or trigger lock?

    <p>To lock or unlock the firing mechanism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the magazine catch?

    <p>To release or retain the magazine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the cadence of fire?

    <p>The rate of fire of a firearm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of extraction in a firearm?

    <p>To remove the cartridge from the chamber</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'forçamento' refer to in a firearm?

    <p>The adjustment of the projectile's diameter to the barrel of the gun</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is the difference between the projectile's diameter and the caliber's diameter important?

    <p>To improve the accuracy and efficiency of the shot</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the two standing shooting positions mentioned?

    <p>Weaver and Isósceles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not a type of ammunition mentioned?

    <p>Incendiária</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are firearms classified according to their functioning?

    <p>By central fire and circular fire</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between semi-automatic and automatic firearms?

    <p>The mechanism of loading the next round</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'cadência de tiro' refer to in a firearm?

    <p>The number of shots fired per minute</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of adjusting the projectile's diameter to the barrel's diameter?

    <p>To increase the firearm's accuracy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes an accident of shooting?

    <p>Inadequate handling or failure of the firearm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the inner surface of a gun barrel known as?

    <p>Alma</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is the caliber of a firearm defined?

    <p>By the internal diameter of the barrel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the camisa or jacket of a projectile?

    <p>To envelop the projectile with special metal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the propelling charge?

    <p>The portion of gunpowder that propels the projectile</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What components make up a cartridge?

    <p>Casing, propelling charge, projectile, and primer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is deflagration?

    <p>Rapid and progressive burning of the propelling charge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What occurs during the cocking of a firearm?

    <p>The spring of the firing mechanism is compressed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between semi-automatic and automatic firearms?

    <p>Semi-automatic firearms require trigger activation for each shot, while automatic firearms fire continuously when the trigger is pressed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of the PT-92 pistol?

    <p>15-round capacity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the grip in semi-automatic and automatic firearms?

    <p>Manual recoil of the bolt or chamber</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct step when handling a firearm?

    <p>Lock the weapon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the 'passo' in a firearm?

    <p>The distance the projectile travels before making a 360° turn</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What determines the rate of fire of a semi-automatic weapon?

    <p>Number of shots per minute</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a basic rule of safety when handling firearms?

    <p>Treat the firearm as if it is always loaded</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key difference between the PT 92 AF and PT 92 Beretta?

    <p>Safety registration and magazine retention</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the block of trancamento in the PT-92 pistol?

    <p>To lock the bolt or chamber</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of ammunition does not have gunpowder and a primer?

    <p>Maneuver</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of firearms require trigger activation for each shot?

    <p>Semi-automatic firearms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following weapons is considered a portable firearm?

    <p>Pistol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do automatic firearms differ from semi-automatic firearms in terms of firing?

    <p>Automatic firearms fire continuously when the trigger is pressed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a basic rule of safety when handling firearms?

    <p>Treat the weapon as if it were always loaded</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is not one of the five fundamentals of precision shooting?

    <p>Projectile velocity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the PT-92 pistol feed?

    <p>By magazine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Acidente de Tiro

    • Characterized by inadequate handling or failure of the firearm

    Alma da Arma

    • The internal face of a firearm's barrel is known as the "alma"

    Calibre

    • Defined by the internal diameter of the barrel

    Camisa or Jaqueta

    • Function: to wrap the projectile with special metal

    Carga Propulsora

    • The portion of gunpowder that propels the projectile

    Cartucho

    • Consists of the casing, propellant charge, projectile, and primer

    Deflagração

    • Rapid and progressive burning of the propellant charge

    Engatilhamento/Desengatilhamento

    • During engatilhamento, the spring of the firing mechanism is compressed

    Extração e Ejeção

    • Extração: removal of the casing; Ejeção: ejection of the casing

    Equipamento de Proteção Individual (EPI)

    • Purpose: to protect the physical integrity of participants during shooting sessions

    Guarda-Mato

    • Piece that covers and protects the trigger

    Raias

    • Function: to impart a rotational movement to the projectile

    Registro or Tecla de Segurança

    • Function: to lock or unlock the firing mechanism

    Retém do Carregador

    • Responsible for releasing or retaining the magazine

    Cadência de Tiro

    • Number of shots fired in a minute

    Forçamento

    • Adjustment of the projectile's diameter to the barrel's diameter

    Diferença entre Diâmetro do Projétil e Diâmetro do Calibre

    • Important for improving the precision and efficiency of the shot

    Posição de Tiro em Pé

    • Two types of stance mentioned: Weaver and Isósceles

    Tipos de Munição

    • Real, Manejo, and Festim are mentioned; Incendiária is not a type of ammunition

    Classificação das Munições

    • Classified according to the process of initiating the burning of the propellant

    Classificação das Armas de Fogo Quanto ao Funcionamento

    • Classified into semi-automatic and automatic

    Características da Pistola PT-92

    • Has a capacity of 15 cartridges

    Punho de Manejo

    • Function: manual recoil of the bolt or breech

    Passo

    • Distance the projectile travels until it makes a 360° turn

    Segurança

    • Basic rule: treat the firearm as if it is always loaded

    Bloco de Trancamento

    • Function: to lock the firearm

    Velocidade de Disparo

    • Determined by the number of shots per minute

    Diferença entre PT 92 AF e PT 92 Beretta

    • Difference in safety register and magazine retention

    Tipos de Munição

    • Manejo does not have gunpowder and primer

    Classificação das Armas de Fogo Quanto ao Porte

    • Pistola is considered a portable firearm

    Classificação das Armas de Fogo Quanto ao Tipo de Emprego

    • Carabina is used individually

    Regra Básica de Segurança com Armas de Fogo

    • Basic rule: treat the firearm as if it is always loaded

    Fundamentos do Tiro

    • Five fundamentals of precision shooting: position, grip, aiming, breathing, and trigger control

    Sistema de Alimentação da Pistola PT-92

    • Alimentação by magazine

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