Know about the Tomahawk missile that hit Syria

Hundreds suffered symptoms consistent with reaction to a nerve agent after deadliest chemical attacks in Syria since August 2013.

The Unites States on Thursday launched dozens of cruise missiles at a Syrian airfield in response to what it believes was Syria's use of banned chemical weapons that killed at least 100 people. But, the Syrian government swiftly denied dropping chemical weapons.

What is Tomahawk missile?

Tomahawk Missile are nothing but subsonic, jet engine-powered missiles which flies low about 100 feet off the ground.

What is the cost and size of the missile?

The cost of the each missile is $1.41 million. The Tomahawk is a 20-foot-long missile, and weighs 2,900 pounds. It has a wingspan of eight feet, nine inches. It carries a 1,000-pound-class warhead.

How accurate can they target?

According to the US Navy, the missile are known to hit their target about 85 percent of the time.

When was the last time this missile was used by US?

The Tomahawk missiles were last used by the US in October 2016 to target three coastal radar sites in Yemen in retaliation to fire from Houthi rebels at US warships.

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