Physics from the Past: Atom and Biological Science

This one is back from 1952. It describes some of the biological effects of high energy radiations on plants and animal cells. It also explains how typical experiments are conducted and demonstrates some of the protective measures required to insure the safety of the experimenters. Points out some possible applications of nuclear radiation to problems of human health, emphasizing work in the study of cancer.

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The Most Amazing Nuclear Explosions Caught on Tape

While writing a couple of lasts articles about nuclear explosions I had a thought that I've never actually seen a real nuclear explosion caught on tape. And I'm not talking about those fake nuclear explosions in movies, I'm talking about the real deal.

So I decided to look for some great footage of nuclear explosions. Luckily I found some great footage, so I decided to share it with you guys.

So here are some amazing videos with nuclear explosions caught on tape:

First Hydrogen bomb test:

 

One of the earlier nuclear testings:

 

Underwater nuclear explosion:

 

The most powerful nuclear bomb ever tested - Tsar bomb:

And for desert - 5 biggest nukes:

Thanks for reading!

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