Megaton

usgb/ˈmɛɡ.ə.tɑn/
Noun

A unit of explosive power equivalent to one million tons of TNT.

The bomb had a yield of 10 megatons, causing widespread destruction.
Visual representation of "megaton" - A unit of explosive power equivalent to one million tons of TNT.

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Neutral

nuclear bomb, explosive yield, energy output

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Military Context

Use 'megaton' when discussing the power of nuclear weapons.

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The megaton impact of the explosion was catastrophic.
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Environmental Impact

Understand the use of 'megaton' in terms of CO2 emissions.

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The report estimated that the factory produced 5 megatons of CO2 annually.
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Technical Specifications

Use 'megaton' in scientific discussions about energy and explosives.

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Experts note that the energy equivalent is measured in megatons.
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