Atomic Boom or Bust: The Pros and Cons of a Nuclear Bomb

Andrew Crabtree
Get Into Nuclear
Published in
6 min readFeb 20, 2024

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Nuclear bombs have existed since the mid-twentieth century when nuclear scientists first harnessed this powerful technology.

On the one hand, nuclear bombs offer the potential for great destruction — in just one blast, they can decimate an entire city. On the other hand, nuclear bombs have been used to create effective deterrents against nuclear attacks.

But there are also potential risks associated with nuclear technology, from environmental contamination to nuclear proliferation.

In this article, we’ll explore the pros and cons of nuclear bombs. We’ll look at their history, how they work, what effects a nuclear blast could have, and the nuclear arms race.

We’ll also discuss nuclear safety measures and nuclear disarmament treaties. By the end, you’ll be better able to understand the potential — and dangers — of nuclear bombs.

So let’s start with a bang — or in this case, an atomic one — and dive into Atomic Boom or Bust: The Pros and Cons of a Nuclear Bomb!

Definition and history of nuclear bombs

A nuclear bomb is a type of explosive weapon that harnesses nuclear energy. It uses the power of nuclear fission — splitting atoms to release tremendous amounts of energy…

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Andrew Crabtree
Get Into Nuclear

I write about what I'm currently geeking-out over. What I read, watch and listen to, as well as my experiences as a Dad, Husband and Nuclear Energy Consultant.