What is the difference between a bullet and a cartridge?

A.
the cartridge is the projectile, while the bullet holds the cartridge, powder, and primer

B.
they are the same thing

C.
the bullet is the projectile, while the cartridge holds the bullet, powder, and primer

D.
a bullet is larger and used more frequently than a cartridge

1 answer

C. the bullet is the projectile, while the cartridge holds the bullet, powder, and primer.

A bullet is the actual projectile that is fired from a firearm, while a cartridge (also known as a round or ammunition) is a complete unit that consists of a bullet, powder, primer, and case that holds all the components together. The cartridge is loaded into the firearm and when fired, the bullet is propelled out of the barrel.