What Happens if a Nuclear Weapon Goes Off in Space?
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Exploring the Contrasts of Nuclear Explosions on Earth versus in Space
This chapter discusses the distinct effects of a nuclear explosion on Earth, such as fireballs, shockwaves, mushroom clouds, and fallout, contrasted with the consequences of a nuclear detonation in space, which involve releasing significant radiation, damaging satellites, and creating an electromagnetic pulse that impacts electronics both on Earth and in space.
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