A so called "dirty bomb" has nothing to do with a nuclear explosion. It has to do with placing some radioactive material near a conventional explosive and blowing it up. Geiger counters go off and people go nuts. Is a great terror weapon. Lots of exposure and is cheap and easy to do.
I'm surprised it hasn't been used yet.
"Geiger counters go off and people go nuts. Is a great terror weapon."
And, if I recall correctly, a single isotope can kill within months. I don't know a thing about radiation, but someone was talking with Boortz about dirty nukes a few weeks ago. Isotopes floating in the atmosphere, getting into drinking water, into food, etc. It's a real mess.
>> A so called "dirty bomb" has nothing to do with a nuclear explosion. It has to do with placing some radioactive material near a conventional explosive and blowing it up. Geiger counters go off and people go nuts. Is a great terror weapon. Lots of exposure and is cheap and easy to do.
I'm surprised it hasn't been used yet. <<
Yes, I'm quite aware of the difference between a dirty bomb and a nuclear detonation. If you had read my posts you should be able to tell that; however, there are many folks who don't.
Partially correct. A dirty bomb can also be a jacketed nuke. As to the effect, take a look at the "kitten" tests conducted in OZ.
A distinction too few understand, brooklyn.
A great practical response guide, well worth bookmarking, is;
WHAT TO DO IF A NUCLEAR DISASTER IS IMMINENT
- Shane