Interesting about Nuclear Science. How complex and valuable is the simplest nuclear bomb
We present the second publication within the framework of the project “Interesting about Nuclear Science”.
For your attention the article “How complex and valuable is the simplest nuclear bomb.” Authored by Valeriy Zuyok, a Candidate of Physical and Mathematical Sciences specializing in radiation physics and nuclear safety, the article sheds light on the principle of operation of nuclear weapons and the simplest nuclear bomb; what conditions and factors are necessary to create a powerful nuclear explosion and why it is by no means easy to achieve; how natural uranium is enriched and why the creation of nuclear weapons is impossible without it.
Within the scope of the “Interesting about Nuclear Science” project, the Ukrainian Nuclear Society is collaborating with prominent scientists and specialists to create accessible and engaging popular science articles. These articles delve into the realm of scientific research and development within the nuclear industry, tailored to appeal to a diverse readership. This initiative seeks to make nuclear science more accessible and captivating for a wider audience, and we look forward to readers engaging with and benefiting from the informative content presented in these publications.
