WTF ARE NUCLEAR WEAPONS?

The article explores the interconnected history of nuclear weapons and nuclear energy, detailing the processes from uranium mining to the implications of nuclear technology. It highlights that approximately 75% of uranium is sourced from Kazakhstan, Canada, and Australia, and explains the enrichment...

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Publicado en:New Internationalist no. 559; pp. 28 - 30
Formato: Artículo
Publicado: New Internationalist Jan/Feb2026
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Sumario:The article explores the interconnected history of nuclear weapons and nuclear energy, detailing the processes from uranium mining to the implications of nuclear technology. It highlights that approximately 75% of uranium is sourced from Kazakhstan, Canada, and Australia, and explains the enrichment process necessary for both energy production and weapon creation. The piece discusses the dual nature of nuclear technology, emphasizing its potential for peaceful energy generation alongside the destructive capabilities of nuclear weapons, including the legacy of radioactive waste and the risks of nuclear conflict. Additionally, it addresses the storage and control of nuclear warheads and the far-reaching consequences of nuclear warfare, such as the potential for a nuclear winter.