This is the 4744th most frequent Dutch word.
exploderende
"Exploderende" means "exploding" in English.
Here, 'exploderende' functions as an attributive participle modifying 'ster', indicating the star is exploding.
De exploderende ster verlichtte de donkere nacht.
The exploding star illuminated the dark night.
In this sentence, 'exploderende' describes the balloon as it is breaking apart.
Hij rende weg van de exploderende ballon.
He ran away from the exploding balloon.
Here, 'exploderende' is used as an adjective describing 'reacties', pointing to their sudden and violent nature.