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atomic explosion

/əˈtɒmɪk ɪkˈspləʊʒən/

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C1formalcommonscientific/əˈtɒmɪk ɪkˈspləʊʒən/

A violent release of energy caused by a nuclear reaction, specifically nuclear fission or fusion, resulting in a massive blast, intense heat, and radiation. Often used to describe the destructive power of nuclear weapons.

  • 🇷🇺Бурное высвобождение энергии, вызванное ядерной реакцией, в частности ядерным делением или синтезом, приводящее к мощному взрыву, интенсивному теплу и радиации. Часто используется для описания разрушительной силы ядерного оружия.
  1. Nuclear detonation C1 formal

    A rapid, uncontrolled release of energy from a nuclear fission or fusion reaction, resulting in a powerful blast, intense heat, and radiation.

    • The atomic explosion over Hiroshima caused unprecedented devastation.
    • Scientists studied the effects of an atomic explosion on the surrounding environment.
    • The test site was evacuated before the scheduled atomic explosion.

    🇷🇺Ядерный взрыв