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What radioactive isotope did the first atomic bomb contain?

The first atomic bomb, "Little Boy," contained uranium-235 as its radioactive isotope.


Is it true that the atomic bomb couldn't exist without radioactivity?

Simply to put it Yes. Atomic Bombs is a form as Nuclear bomb and Nuclear products/elements such as Uranium 235 (a material used in a atomic bomb) emits radioactive particles. Radioactivity Particles = radioactivity.


What does an atomic bomb use for its expolsive power?

Of the two dropped on Japan, one was a Uranium bomb and the other a Plutonium bomb. Both Uranium and Plutonium are elements, and are radioactive. The radioactivity makes these elements suitable as sources of energy, for power generation or explosions.


What elements does the atomic bomb use?

There are many different elements involved in the construction of an atomic bomb, but the elements that actually cause an atomic explosion are either uranium (specifically the U235 isotope) or plutonium.


Is the atomic bomb a danger to touch?

No, they are slightly radioactive but touching one will not hurt you.


Does an atomic bomb release radioactivity?

Yes, an atomic bomb releases a large amount of nuclear radiation in the form of gamma rays, neutrons, and radioactive fallout. This radiation can cause severe health effects in humans and the environment.


What was one after effect after the atomic bomb was dropped?

Radiation and atomic fallout (radioactive dust/debris forming a cloud).


What makes hiroshima so important?

It was the site chosen to test the first atomic bomb.


What elements did the atomic bomb Fat Man use?

Plutonium 239


What are the disadvantges of the atomic bomb?

It kills all life, destroys property, and makes the area of the explosion radioactive.


What effects have the atomic bomb had on the environment?

It released radioactive material which contaminated the area where the bombs landed for generations.


Why was Hiroshima chosen as the target for dropping the atomic bomb?

It had some ammunition factories and an army base.