The Effects of Nuclear Weapons is a comprehensive guide that explores the various consequences of nuclear weapons detonation, written by Samuel Glasstone. The book is divided into several sections, each of which delves into a different aspect of nuclear weapons and their effects, including the physics of nuclear explosions, the thermal and blast effects of nuclear detonation, radiation and fallout, and the potential long-term effects on the environment and human health.The book provides detailed descriptions of the various ...
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The Effects of Nuclear Weapons is a comprehensive guide that explores the various consequences of nuclear weapons detonation, written by Samuel Glasstone. The book is divided into several sections, each of which delves into a different aspect of nuclear weapons and their effects, including the physics of nuclear explosions, the thermal and blast effects of nuclear detonation, radiation and fallout, and the potential long-term effects on the environment and human health.The book provides detailed descriptions of the various types of nuclear weapons and their destructive capabilities, including the differences between fission and fusion bombs, and the effects of different yields and delivery methods. It also examines the various factors that can affect the outcome of a nuclear detonation, such as the altitude of the explosion, the type of terrain and structures in the target area, and the weather conditions at the time of the detonation.The Effects of Nuclear Weapons also discusses the potential political and social implications of nuclear weapons use, including the impact on international relations, the ethics of nuclear warfare, and the potential for nuclear proliferation. The book includes numerous diagrams, illustrations, and photographs to help readers understand the complex scientific concepts and technical details involved in nuclear weapons detonation.Overall, The Effects of Nuclear Weapons is a comprehensive and informative guide that provides a detailed examination of the various consequences of nuclear weapons use. It is an essential resource for anyone interested in the science, history, and politics of nuclear weapons, and their potential impact on the world.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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Book is in good condition and may contain underlining or highlighting and minimal wear. The book can also include library labels. May not contain miscellaneous items (toys, dvds, etc). We offer 100% money back guarantee and fast customer support.
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Good. USED BOOK stickers on spine and covers. Minor wear to cover. Some shelf wear. Binding is tight. Clean pages. No notes, highlighting, underlining. Satisfaction guaranteed.
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Fair. A heavy item: non-U.S. shipping may require extra fees; please inquire. Not ex-lib. Softcover in off-white textured card wraps with green titles to front, 8vo. DOES NOT INCLUDE THE EFFECTS COMPUTER, though pocket for thi item and descriptive sheet on inner side rear wrap. xvi + 730pp. Index, glossary, appendices, bibliographies with chapters. Figures, tables throughout. Fair. Scuffing and moderate soil to textured surface of front wrap, somewhat heavier to rear. Formerly pulled back wraps tightly repasted along hinges. Binding strong but markedly concave with strong reader's crease to spine correspndng to mid text (opens flat at pp.404-5), all holding well within. In contast to all else, pages are clean and very bright on glossy stock. Offered in condition ddue to scarcity.
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Fair. This item is in overall acceptable condition. Covers and dust jackets are intact but may have heavy wear including creases, bends, edge wear, curled corners or minor tears as well as stickers or sticker-residue. Pages are intact but may have minor curls, bends or moderate to considerable highlighting/ writing. Binding is intact; however, spine may have heavy wear. A well-read copy overall. Please note that all items are donated goods and are in used condition. Orders shipped Monday through Friday! Your purchase helps put people to work and learn life skills to reach their full potential. Orders shipped Monday through Friday. Your purchase helps put people to work and learn life skills to reach their full potential. Thank you!
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Good. xii, 579, [1] pages. Wraps. Illustrations. Figures. Charts. Tables. Glossary. Bibliography. Index. Ex-library copy with usual library markings. Some markings blacked over. Covers soiled and worn. Samuel Glasstone (May 3, 1897-Nov. 16, 1986) authored over 40 textbooks on physical chemistry, reaction rates, nuclear weapons effects, nuclear reactor engineering, Mars, space sciences, the environmental effects of nuclear energy and nuclear testing. One reviewer describes Glasstone as "perhaps one of the best technical writers of the last century." Samuel Glasstone was born on May 3, 1897. He received two doctorates (Ph.D. and D. Sc. ), in chemistry at London University. Glasstone discovered the C-H···O interaction in 1937. Perhaps his best-known book, co-authored with Philip J. Dolan, was The Effects of Nuclear Weapons, which came out in three editions between 1950 and 1977 (originally titled The Effects of Atomic Weapons). The book, published by the US government, is considered one of the most authoritative texts on the effects of nuclear explosions. One of his other popular books was The Sourcebook on Atomic Energy, published in 1950, and translated in many countries. When 'The Effects of Atomic Weapons' was published in 1950, the explosive energy yields of the fission bombs available at that time were equivalent to some thousands of tons (i.e., kilotons) of TNT. With the development of thermonuclear (fusion) weapons, having energy yields in the range of millions of tons (i.e., megatons) of TNT, a new presentation, entitled 'The Effects of Nuclear Weapons, ' was issued in 1957. A completely revised edition was published in 1962 and this was reprinted with a few changes early in 1964. In addition, laboratory studies, theoretical calculations, and computer simulations have provided a better understanding of the various effects. Within the limits imposed by security requirements, the new information has been incorporated in the 1962 edition. The material is arranged in a manner that should permit the general reader to obtain a good understanding of the various topics without having to cope with the more technical details.
