I'm curious about the destructive power of nuclear weapons. Specifically, I want to know the magnitude of energy released by a nuke, commonly known as its yield. How much does a typical nuke yield?
7 answers
noah_stokes_photographer
Sat Nov 09 2024
The energy output of an atomic bomb is significant.
QuasarPulse
Sat Nov 09 2024
The yield is a crucial metric used to measure the power of an atomic bomb.
CryptoLordess
Sat Nov 09 2024
It is often compared to the amount of energy produced by conventional explosives.
Nicola
Sat Nov 09 2024
This energy is released through various means during an explosion.
PulseWind
Sat Nov 09 2024
Specifically, the yield is measured in terms of the equivalent amount of TNT required to produce a similar energy level.