Atomic Weapons
Definition
Atomic weapons or nuclear weapons are explosive devices that derive destructive force from nuclear reactions. They were first used during World War II by United States against Japan.
Analogy
Imagine atomic weapons as an extremely dangerous firework show. Just like how fireworks use chemical reactions to create big explosions and bright lights, atomic weapons use nuclear reactions to create massive destructions and energy release.
Related terms
Manhattan Project: This was a research project during World War II that produced first atomic bombs.
Hiroshima & Nagasaki bombings: These are two Japanese cities where US dropped atomic bombs in August 1945 leading to Japanese surrender.
Nuclear fission: This is process where nucleus of an atom splits into smaller parts releasing huge amount of energy which is used in atomic weapons.
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