Definition of nuclear winter and its effect
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The question is asking for an explanation of the term 'nuclear winter' and its potential effects on the environment and climate following a nuclear war or large-scale nuclear explosions.
Answer
Nuclear winter is a severe cooling effect from nuclear explosions, blocking sunlight and causing temperature drops.
Nuclear winter is a severe global climatic cooling effect hypothesized to occur after extensive nuclear explosions, leading to sunlight blockage and resulting in drastic temperature drops.
Answer for screen readers
Nuclear winter is a severe global climatic cooling effect hypothesized to occur after extensive nuclear explosions, leading to sunlight blockage and resulting in drastic temperature drops.
More Information
The theory of nuclear winter suggests that the aftermath of nuclear war would involve massive fires sending soot into the atmosphere, resulting in reduced sunlight and dropping surface temperatures globally.
Sources
- Nuclear winter - Wikipedia - en.wikipedia.org
- Nuclear winter | Climate Impacts & Effects - Britannica - britannica.com
- Nuclear winter Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster - merriam-webster.com
