They come in several sizes, can be as small as some hundred pounds.
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The weight of a nuclear warhead can vary widely depending on its design and yield. A typical nuclear bomb can range from a few hundred pounds to several tons in weight.
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Yes, atom bomb and nuke are commonly used terms to refer to nuclear weapons that release destructive energy by splitting atoms in a process called nuclear fission. In general, "nuke" is a more colloquial term while "atom bomb" is more formal.
A nuke is a colloquial term for a nuclear weapon, which is an explosive weapon that derives its destructive force from nuclear reactions. A nuclear weapon can come in various forms, such as a bomb or a missile, and may vary in size and design depending on its intended use and delivery method.
A nuclear weapon is one of the most powerful weapons in existence, so it is difficult to say if there is a specific weapon that is definitively stronger. However, some may argue that certain future technologies, such as antimatter weapons or advanced cyber warfare capabilities, could potentially surpass the destructive power of a nuclear weapon.
A nuclear weapon typically contains a fissile material such as uranium-235 or plutonium-239, high explosives to trigger the nuclear chain reaction, and various components to control the explosion and enhance the weapon's efficiency.