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Our Nuclear Future: Facts, Dangers and Opportunities

By Edward Teller
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The authors offer a plain-language introduction to atomic and nuclear science and their practical consequences, explaining atoms, nuclei, radioactive decay, nuclear reactions, fission and chain reactions, and radiation effects. They describe nuclear testing and the formation and behavior of radioactive clouds, pathways from soil to humans, health and population risks, and hypothetical weapons such as cobalt devices. Chapters address reactor safety, reactor by-products, possible environmental and weather effects, and policy choices, aiming to inform non-specialists so public debate and decisions can be grounded in basic scientific understanding.

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Edward Teller

Edward Teller was a Hungarian-American physicist, often referred to as the "father of the hydrogen bomb." His work significantly influenced nuclear physics and policy during the 20th century. Teller was a prominent advocate for nuclear energy and its potential benefits, as well as a vocal proponent of national defense strategies involving nuclear technology. He authored several works, including "Our Nuclear Future: Facts, Dangers and Opportunities," where he discusses the implications of nuclear technology on society. Teller's contributions to science and his controversial views on nuclear weapons have left a lasting impact on both scientific and political discourse.

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