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Nuclear Weapons
This category is for questions about weapons that use nuclear fission or fusion to gain explosive power.
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What conventional explosives are used to trigger a nuclear weapon?
For uranium fueled atomic bombs ordinary gunpowders are adequate to assemble a critical mass without a fizzle.
For plutonium fueled atomic bombs high explosives must be used to assemble a critical mass without a fizzle. The first such bombs used Composition B (a predecessor of modern C-4) and Baritol. Modern bombs use shock and fire resistant plastic bonded explosives.
What type of reaction does the hydrogen bomb use?
The hydrogen bomb uses nuclear fusion, a reaction in which two light atomic nuclei combine to form a heavier nucleus, releasing a large amount of energy. This differs from nuclear fission, which is the process used in atomic bombs where heavy atomic nuclei are split into lighter ones.
Who was involved when the us tested the first hydrogen bomb in 1952?
The first hydrogen bomb test by the US in 1952 was part of Operation Ivy and involved scientists from Los Alamos National Laboratory, the military personnel overseeing the test, and key government officials. Physicist Edward Teller played a significant role in the development of the hydrogen bomb.
How much plutonium in a 1 kiloton bomb?
This is hard to compute. The 22 kiloton MK-III Fatman had 6.2 kilograms but of this only a little over 700 grams fissioned. For 1 kiloton you would need roughly 33 grams to fission. But how much more you would need to get the bomb to work reliably depends on too many tricky design details (most classified) to tell. Assuming the same material efficiency as the MK-III, a total of roughly 282 grams would be needed. However this amount is so far below criticality that a superefficient implosion assembly system would be required as well as gas boosting to get that small a yield.
I would guess, without access to classified information, that a basic pure fission 1 kiloton bomb would need between 2.5 kilogram to 5 kilogram of plutonium to fission the roughly 33 grams needed for that yield.
Material efficiency becomes real bad below about about 10 kilotons unless gas boosting is used. Even the MK-IIIs material efficiency of about 10% is low by today's standards, but the figure is still a good starting point, especially as it is not classified.
What precautions must be taken while nuclear explosions?
Precautions for nuclear explosions include seeking shelter in a sturdy building or underground, staying away from windows, and following guidance from emergency authorities. Protective measures such as evacuation, decontamination, and monitoring for radiation exposure may be necessary depending on the situation. It is important to stay informed through official channels and follow instructions to ensure safety.
What 2 types of energy does nuclear bombs use?
Nuclear bombs primarily use two types of energy: fission and fusion. Fission refers to the splitting of atomic nuclei to release energy, while fusion involves combining atomic nuclei to release energy, both of which are harnessed in the explosive reactions of nuclear bombs.
Which force is responsible of the release of energy in nuclear power plants and in nuclear weapons?
The force responsible for the release of energy in nuclear power plants and nuclear weapons is nuclear fission. This process involves splitting of atomic nuclei, which releases a significant amount of energy in the form of heat and radiation.
What is the most dangerous use of uranium?
For making energy in nuclear reactors. Highly enriched uranium could also be used in war fare as well.
Applications of uranium:
- nuclear fuel for nuclear power reactors
- explosive for nuclear weapons
- material for armors and projectiles
- catalyst
- additive for glass and ceramics (to obtain beautiful green colors)
- toner in photography
- mordant for textiles
- shielding material (depleted uranium)
- ballast
- and other minor applications
How much does a nuclear missile weigh?
The weight of a nuclear missile can vary depending on the specific model and design, but they can typically weigh several tons, ranging from 1 to 100 tons. The weight is influenced by various factors including the size of the warhead, fuel, and guidance systems.
Why do people working in nuclear power plant wear lead jackets?
Workers in nuclear power plants wear lead jackets to protect themselves from harmful radiation exposure. Lead is a dense material that is effective in absorbing and blocking radiation, reducing the risk of long-term health effects. This protective gear is especially important in areas with higher radiation levels, such as near nuclear reactors.
Can a nuclear bomb destroy Colombia?
Theoretically, yes. Practically, no, nobody has ever built a single bomb of high enough yield to destroy an entire country in one shot; also any such bomb would waste most of its yield in simply blowing off the top of the atmosphere into space. It just isn't practical with a single bomb.
What energy transformations are in a nuclear bomb?
In a nuclear bomb, the transformation of nuclear potential energy (from the nuclei of atoms) into thermal energy and kinetic energy occurs during the process of nuclear fission. This causes a rapid release of energy in the form of a powerful explosion.
What if the atomic bomb did not work?
This would most likely cause a very intense war with Japan, since they would know that we tried to wipe out 2 of their biggest cities. Luckily, this did not occur, and now Japan is one of America's biggest allies.
What is the largest megaton nuclear bomb built?
Unclear what you mean by largest: physical size or explosive yield?
For size it was the US Ivy Mike device a steel cylinder 80 feet tall and 20 feet in diameter, with 2 foot thick walls. Its yield was 10 megatons.
For yield it was the USSR Tzar Bomba the cleanest hydrogen bomb ever detonated: 52 to 58 megatons, depending on method of measurement. The dirty version (never tested) was to have a yield of 100 megatons.
How can the radioactive nuclide plutonium 239 be prepared using nuclear equations?
Plutonium-239 can be prepared by bombarding uranium-238 with neutrons. The uranium-238 captures a neutron to form uranium-239, which then undergoes two beta decays to become plutonium-239. The overall reaction can be represented as ^1^0_n + ^2^3^8_U → ^2^3^9_Pu + 2^1_0_e.
How are isotopes used in nuclear weapon testing?
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Are nuclear bombs stronger than the hurricane Katrina?
Yes, nuclear bombs are many times stronger than hurricane Katrina. Nuclear bombs release energy equivalent to millions of tons of TNT, causing widespread destruction, while hurricanes like Katrina are powerful storms with strong winds and heavy rainfall.
No, one nuclear bomb cannot destroy the entire world. However, a large-scale nuclear war involving multiple bombs could have catastrophic global consequences. The impact would vary depending on the number and size of the bombs detonated.
"Nuke" is a slang term often used to refer to a nuclear weapon or a nuclear explosion. It can also be informally used to mean destroying something or someone using extreme force or power, similar to the devastating impact of a nuclear blast.
What does it mean to have a TID rate of 1.09 in a Nuclear Stress Test?
A TID rate of 1.09 in a Nuclear Stress Test means that the heart is receiving slightly more blood supply under stress compared to at rest. This could indicate good coronary artery function and a lower risk of significant blockages.
What if a nuclear weapon detonated on the ground?
Surface bursts create craters, lots of fallout, and damage/destroy fortified underground structures; but the total area of surface damage is less than that of air bursts of similar yield because the blast wave is partially contained.
How many Mega Electron Volts are in a nuclear bomb?
You could average it out to be around 39.17358467025 mega electron-volts. The maximum i would be guessing (Probably wrong) is 39173.58467025 mega electron volts.
Sources:I'll just explain how i did it.I got the amount of kilotons in the Hiroshima nuclear bomb, and converted it.i got the amount of megatons in the most explosive nuclear bomb,the Castle/Bravo, and i converted it. Of course, i converted it into mega electron-volts. This is only a guess.
When i said you could average it out, i meant in like world war 2 averaging it out. If you wanted the average THEN, then it would be about 39.17358467025 mega electro-volts. Find out the mean between those two numbers, because the minimum NOW could probably be 39.17358467025 Mega Electron-volts. So I am guessing it should be over 12,000 Mega Electron Volts, but that's only an estimation.Somewhere around 15,000-20,000 should be your answer. I calculated, and it should be 19603.292335125 Mega Electron Volts.
Who can made first nuclear bomb?
The first nuclear bomb was made by a team of scientists and engineers in the United States during World War II. This project, known as the Manhattan Project, was led by physicist J. Robert Oppenheimer and produced the first atomic bombs, which were detonated in tests in July 1945.
What gases are emitted from a nuclear power plant?
A nuclear power plant primarily emits water vapor and small amounts of carbon dioxide during its operation. Radioactive gases, such as noble gases like xenon and krypton, can also be released during certain operational events, but these are typically controlled and monitored to minimize environmental impact.
