Can You Survive A Nuclear Blast In A Fridge?! #SURVIVAL #MYTHS

Can You Survive A Nuclear Blast In A Fridge?! #SURVIVAL #MYTHS

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Science, Physics, Chemistry

10th - 12th Grade

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The video explores the myth of surviving a nuclear blast by hiding in a fridge, as depicted in Indiana Jones. It examines historical nuclear tests, specifically Operation Plumbbob and Operation Q, to analyze the effects of shockwaves and radiation. The video debunks the myth, explaining that a fridge would not protect against the intense heat, shockwave, or radiation of a nuclear explosion. It highlights the importance of concrete structures for radiation protection and concludes that hiding in a fridge is not a viable survival strategy.

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What new insight or understanding did you gain from this video?

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