Nuclear weapon

A nuclear weapon is a device that releases energy in an extremely powerful explosion as a result of nuclear reactions, either fission (the splitting of atomic nuclei) or fusion (the combining of atomic nuclei). These weapons are capable of causing massive destruction and loss of life. **Types of Nuclear Weapons:** 1. **Fission Bombs (Atomic Bombs):** These weapons work by splitting heavy atomic nuclei, such as uranium-235 or plutonium-239, into smaller nuclei.