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How does an air rifle propel its projectile?

With compressed air or gas.

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  1. With a small explosion of powder
  2. With a spring-loaded arrow
  3. With compressed air or gas ✔

Why: Air rifles use compressed air or other propulsive means rather than burning powder.

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References

Answer: With compressed air or gas. Air rifles use compressed air or other propulsive means rather than burning powder.

  1. Rifle en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rifle
    compressed air in air rifles
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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