Bomb

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A bomb is a device (thing) used to destroy things. The most common type of bomb contains an explosive that explodes when dropped or ignited (lit on fire). This type usually causes things near it to crumble, fragment, or burst into flame.

Another more famous type of bomb is called an atom bomb (A-bomb, nuclear warhead). This bomb uses a principle (idea) discovered by Albert Einstein, known as E=mc2. This principle allows a huge amount of energy (much more than with a regular bomb) to be released, causing huge amounts of destruction. Because of the materials used in the atom bomb, radiation is released.

Bombs are most commonly used by the military for destroying enemy targets, and is also used by terrorists for inspiring fear.

Non-harmful civilian uses include mining.

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