Lost Nuclear Weapons and Chain Reactions

This chapter discusses the mishaps of lost nuclear weapons by the United States and their similarities to the Fallout gaming series. It delves into the basics of nuclear weapons and chain reactions, explaining how fissile atoms like uranium 235 and plutonium 239 release immense energy through fission. The chapter also explores the history of nuclear weapons, detailing the composition, mechanisms of detonation, and challenges in transitioning between different detonation methods.