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What city in Japan was the first to be destroyed by an atomic bomb?
When was the atomic bomb dropped on Nagasaki?
What is the name of the weapon of mass destruction dropped on Japan?
Atom Bomb
What was The Manhattan Project?
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What was the name of the atomic bomb dropped on Nagasaki?
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What was the name of the bomb that exploded over Hiroshima?
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Study Notes
Hiroshima
- First city in Japan destroyed by an atomic bomb on August 6, 1945.
- The bombing significantly hastened Japan's surrender and the end of World War II.
Nagasaki
- Site of the second atomic bomb detonation by the United States on August 9, 1945.
- Suffered extensive destruction and loss of life during World War II.
Atom Bomb
- Developed as a weapon of mass destruction by the United States.
- The use of atomic bombs prompted Japan to surrender, bringing an end to the war.
The Manhattan Project
- A covert US initiative focused on the research and development of the atomic bomb.
- Achievements in this project enabled the United States to deploy atomic weapons against Japan, marking the beginning of the atomic era.
Fat Man
- Name of the atomic bomb dropped on Nagasaki.
- Contributed to the substantial devastation of the city and casualties.
Little Boy
- Designation for the atomic bomb that was detonated over Hiroshima.
- Recognized for its role in influencing Japan's ultimate capitulation.
Japanese Surrender
- Officially occurred on September 2, 1945.
- Marked the formal end of World War II following the bombings.
Nuclear Fallout
- Refers to the hazardous pollution that settles in the environment after a nuclear explosion.
- Causes long-term health and environmental issues due to radioactive materials.
Enola Gay
- The B-29 bomber aircraft responsible for dropping the atomic bomb on Hiroshima.
- Played a pivotal role in the delivery of the United States' first atomic weapon on August 6, 1945.
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