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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 type of radiation is emitted only during detonation?
None.
All types of radiation emitted by an exploding nuclear device are also emitted under other conditions, including natural conditions.
These types of radiation are: alpha, beta, gamma, neutron, x-rays, IR, visible light, UV, EMP.
Some types of naturally present radiation NOT produced by exploding nuclear devices are: cosmic rays, muon showers, proton.
Where did testing of the atomic bomb take place?
The atomic bomb was tested at the Trinity site in Alamogordo, New Mexico in 1945.
Who invented the hydrogen bomb?
The hydrogen bomb was invented by a team of American scientists led by Edward Teller. The first successful test of the hydrogen bomb was conducted by the United States in 1952.
whhat is nuclears explosions
Fission explosions occur when a subcritical assembly of fissile material is suddenly reassembled (in about 1ms, using explosives) into a very supercritical assembly, then a burst of neutrons are fired through it. The explosion itself completes in about 1µs.
Fusion explosions are trickier as they need a Fission explosion first to generate x-rays to drive the radiation implosion needed to compress and heat the fusion fuel enough to make fusion ignite (pressure near that at center of sun, temperature about 10 million centigrade) and sustain the fusion burn. Practical fusion bombs use lithium-deuteride as fuel, which requires neutrons from a fissioning "sparkplug" inside the fusion fuel assembly:
- Fission primary
- X-rays cause radiation implosion
- "sparkplug" fissions
- Lithium transmutes to Tritium
- Fusion burns in secondary
- High energy fusion neutrons fission U-238 in tamper (typically gives 90% of yield as well as lots of fallout)
Will you go blind if you watch a nuclear explosion?
Directly watching a nuclear explosion can cause temporary or permanent blindness due to the intense light emitted during the explosion. The light can overwhelm the retina, causing burns and potentially leading to blindness. It is advised to avoid looking directly at a nuclear explosion and seek shelter instead.
What damage can a power surge cause if a 2002 Sebring is plugged in during winter?
Probably not much unless it's a lightning strike. A simple power surge shouldn't do damage since the vehicle is fairly rugged when everything is turned off like that. A lightening direct hit or near direct hit can cause results that are unpredictable. Voltages at that level tend to follow whatever path they like.
Did the Manhattan Project ever successfully detonate a nuclear weapon?
In addition to the bombs at Hiroshima and Nagasaki, both of which were developed by the Manhattan Project, the team also successfully detonated a bomb during the Trinity test on July 16, 1945, in New Mexico.
(see: http://www.answers.com/topic/manhattan-project)
Which countries have nuclear power?
The countries known to have nuclear weapons are:
United States
Russia
United Kingdom
France
China
India
Pakistan
North Korea
Israel
Germany, Italy, Japan and South Africa have the capability of building nuclear weapons but have not done so.
Canada once had nuclear weapons, but has dismantled its weapons and permanetly deacitvated its nuclear weapons program. So far it is the only country to do so.
What would be the effect of a nuclear bomb?
A nuclear bomb would cause widespread destruction, including loss of life, infrastructure damage, and long-term environmental impact due to radiation. It would also have significant societal and political repercussions, potentially leading to increased tensions and conflicts.
Yes. Any instrument that is prohibited by law for any citizen to have without a license, firearms, switchblade knife, explosives, etc. Almost any object that can cause bodily harm could be construed as a "weapon" if it is used against an individual(s). If a convicted felon was caught with a gun rather than a baseball bat he or she would face stiffer penalties, assuming the bat was not used in a criminal act.
What metallic element is used in nuclear weapons?
Plutonium is the metallic element used in nuclear weapons. It is highly fissile, meaning it can undergo nuclear fission and sustain a chain reaction in a nuclear bomb.
Who was the creator of the nuclear bomb?
The nuclear bomb was created as part of the Manhattan Project during World War II. The team of scientists, led by J. Robert Oppenheimer, successfully developed the first nuclear weapon, which was tested in July 1945 in New Mexico.
How much did the nuclear bomb little boy weigh?
The Little Boy nuclear bomb weighed about 9,700 pounds (4,400 kg).
What are nuclear power plants?
Nuclear power plants are facilities that use nuclear reactions to generate electricity. This is done by creating controlled reactions in the plant's reactor core to produce heat, which is then used to create steam that drives turbines to generate electricity. Nuclear power is considered a low-carbon energy source, but it also comes with concerns about safety, waste disposal, and the potential for accidents.
Who built the first atomic bomb?
The first atomic bomb was built by scientists working on the Manhattan Project during World War II. This project was a top-secret research and development program undertaken by the United States, the United Kingdom, and Canada. The bomb was successfully tested in July 1945 before being used in combat against Japan in August 1945.
Where does nuclear weapons come from?
Nuclear weapons are created through a process called nuclear fission or fusion, which involves splitting or combining the nuclei of atoms, particularly isotopes of uranium or plutonium. These isotopes are enriched or produced through nuclear reactors or enrichment facilities. The process of developing nuclear weapons also involves advanced technology and engineering expertise.
Did Albert Einstein invent the nuclear bomb?
No, Albert Einstein did not invent the nuclear bomb. He was a theoretical physicist who signed a letter to President Franklin D. Roosevelt to alert him to the potential of nuclear weapons, which eventually led to the Manhattan Project and the development of the atomic bomb.
How do you dismantle an atomic bomb?
That would vary depending on the type of bomb it was.
This work is currently, in the US, only being done at PANTEX, outside Amarillo, TX. It is very specialized work.
Examples:
- A WW2 MK-III Fat Man took roughly 3 days to assemble or disassemble and was partially armed on the ground. This required a crew of 40 to 50 highly trained men.
- The MK-4 that replaced the MK-III took only about 4 hours to assemble or disassemble and under a half hour to arm or disarm in flight. This could be done with about a half dozen men.
This rifle does not have a automatic de cocker so if the firing pin makes contact with the round without pulling the trigger you have an issue with the sear inside the bolt. Please take it to a competent gunsmith for the needed repairs. It is very dangerous to continue to use this rifle in it's current condition.
Nuclear bomb explosion detonation point?
The detonation point of a nuclear bomb explosion is where the bomb is triggered to release its energy. This can occur either in the air, on the ground, or underwater, depending on the desired impact and effect of the explosion. The detonation point is carefully chosen to maximize the destructive potential of the bomb.
Which states have nuclear weapons?
If by states you mean countries:
- US
- Russia
- UK
- France
- China
- India
- Pakistan
- North Korea
- Israel (not proven but strongly suspected, they neither confirm or deny)
If by states you mean US states, this is harder to answer as exact locations of many weapons is classified. However all states with ICBM bases have them, all states with nuclear missile submarine bases have them, all states with strategic bomber airbases have them, Texas has them as they are remanufactured just east of Amarillo, etc.
The United States, with assistance from the United Kingdom and Canada, designed and built the bombs under the codename Manhattan Project naming Robert Opperheimmer head of the team. You could see the basic diagrams of the bomb but the specific specifications remain classified.
What was the largest nuclear bomb?
When people talk about nuclear bombs, they are generally in two categories; atomic and thermonuclear. Atomic bombs are like the ones dropped on Japan in 1945.Thermonuclear bombs have never been used in warfare and involve using an atomic bomb to set off an explosion of a thermonuclear bomb, like a hydrogen bomb.
IN ADDITION:The Soviet exploded the largest nuclear bomb to date back in 1961. It was a hydrogen bomb which released energy equivalent to 57 megatons of TNT. Compare that to the 15 kilotons of energy released by the first atomic bomb dropped on Hiroshima Japan during WWII ( 3,800 times more energy released). The name of this device was Tsar Bomba, meaning "king of bombs."Are there different types of atomic bomb?
Yes.
- Tactical
- Strategic
- Fission - uranium, plutonium, composite
- Fusion
- Solid core
- Levitated core
- Boosted core
- Conventional fusion - 90% fission from U-238 fusion tamper
- Clean fusion - ~5% fission mostly from primary & sparkplug
- Dirty fusion - bomb is salted with elements intended to intensify fallout
- Neutron bomb - a small Clean fusion bomb intended to intensify neutron radiation
etc., etc., etc.
How far can nuclear weapons travel?
Gravity bombs, or bombs that fall straight down to the ground, are immobile and must be dropped by a bomber aircraft. Some ballistic missiles may travel for about tens to hundreds of miles, while larger ICBMs (intercontinental ballistic missile) can travel up to thousands of miles in a sub-orbital spaceflight. For more, better info than mine, refer to this site: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nuclear_weapons_delivery
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