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Say you detonated a 1 megaton device inside a solid steel ball maybe...1 mile in radius. What would happen?
A nuclear blast is a powerful explosion caused by the release of energy from the splitting of atoms in a process called nuclear fission.
A nuclear blast can be contained by using a giant solid metal sphere, often referred to as a nuclear containment vessel. This vessel is designed to withstand the extreme heat and pressure of a nuclear explosion, preventing the release of radioactive materials into the surrounding environment.
The most commonly used material for constructing a nuclear containment vessel is steel. This is because steel is strong, durable, and has the ability to withstand high temperatures and pressures.
A solid metal sphere is able to contain a nuclear blast by using its shape and material properties. The spherical shape helps to evenly distribute the force of the explosion, while the solid metal construction is able to withstand the intense heat and pressure created by the blast.
While a nuclear containment vessel is designed to withstand a nuclear blast, it is not completely indestructible. If the blast is extremely powerful or the vessel is not constructed properly, it is possible for it to fail and release radioactive materials. However, these failures are rare and extensive safety measures are in place to prevent them from occurring.