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That depends, an atomic weapon from WWII was armed with plutonium 239, bombs now use a more dangerous Uranium armament. In order to use the bomb, a smaller explosion much trigger a chain reaction explosion in order to create, for lack of better terms, a "big bang".
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What does an atomic bomb use for explosive power?
TNT(Trinitrotolune)
Why did the manhatten scientist walk off?
They understood the power of the atomic bomb and feared its use.
What does atomic bombs use for its explosive power?
the atomic bomb gets its power from the hydrogen atom, which is split, releasing a tremendous amount of energy.
How is the race to the Atomic bomb relevant to Shakespeare's Macbeth?
The race to the Atomic bomb can be relevant to Macbeth in terms of the moral and ethical implications of scientific advancements. Just as Macbeth faced moral dilemmas in his quest for power, the scientists involved in developing the atomic bomb grappled with the consequences of their actions. Both scenarios raise questions about the responsible use of power and the impact of unchecked ambition.
What is the atomic bomb design?
The atomic bomb is sphere shaped and weird. An atomic explosion is made by taking two halves of a critical mass of fissile material (plutonium or U235) and pushing them together very rapidly. Atomic bombs use conventional explosives to move the fissile material fast enough. If it does not move fast enough it just overheats and melts, rather than exploding. That's the key to designing an atomic bomb. Good luck!
Who was president when the atomic bomb was made?
Franklin Roosevelt- but he died before the atomic bomb was used. Harry Truman was the next president, and ordered the use of the atomic bomb.
What was the atomic bomb invented for?
Leo Szilard invented the atomic bomb & reactor in 1933 as an improved means of transmuting elements. His 1934 patent on this invention also made claims for use in explosives or power generation.
What was the first bomb they use in world war 1?
the atomic bomb
Which was a NOT a major factor in the decision to use the atomic bomb?
One thing that was not a major factor in the decision to use the atomic bomb was civilian casualties.
Which was not a major factor in the decision to use the atomic bomb?
One thing that was not a major factor in the decision to use the atomic bomb was civilian casualties.
When did the US Use atomic bomb on japan?
The US dropped the atomic bomb onto Japan on August 1945.
What is stronger between the atomic bomb and hydrogen bomb?
In general, a fusion bomb (hydrogen bomb) is more powerful than a fission (atomic) bomb. Fusion bombs use an atomic bomb to begin the fusion reaction.
