Exploring the language of science
No doubt, you’re familiar with the term “nuclear weapon” (or, perhaps, “nucular weapon“). You know that a nuclear bomb detonation is enormous, and it’s usually followed by a mushroom cloud. You know nuclear bombs played a big part in the way World War II turned out and that they were the theme of the Cold War. You also know that there are enough lying around planet Earth to make you a bit paranoid. More…
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