Chapter 8, Problem 65E

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

Whether the nuclear explosions that occurred in Hiroshima and Nagasaki was right decision or it should be dropped in an unpopulated area is to be explained.

Concept Introduction:

On August 6 and 9, 1945, the United States detonated two nuclear weapons over Hiroshima and Nagasaki. The explosion wiped out 90 percent of the city and killed about 80,000 people.