The simple mechanics of splitting an atom
203K views · Aug 9, 2023 · Science & Technology
Comments · 353
@far_beyond · 1 year ago · pinned
Correction: During the calculations, I estimated how much it would take to create a model 3 Tesla. It’s about 13000kg of coal but I rounded down to 10000kg. Then I made a mistake by saying this is how much is needed to charge a model 3. <br>All the other calculations are approximately correct. For what it’s worth, it takes about 30Kg of coal to fully charge a Tesla.
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@jrnumex9286 · 1 year ago
many science vids say when a atom splits energy is released then they move on. i am looking for why energy is released.
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@0xmassive526 · 3 years ago
blud, give us the fusion video. That explanation of strong force, it's range is the reason why nucleus split is just incredible.
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@MrVenona · 3 years ago
Excellent video! One small nitpick - Chernobyl was a disaster more because it exploded rather than melting down.
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@thebestplayerdead956 · 2 years ago
Actually well explained and nice, simple animations.
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@mikemike6038 · 3 years ago
i thought the thumbnail was balls for a second, im sorry
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@clarencealexander1093 · 1 year ago
Well done from a layman's perspective. A review of the periodic table a few videos ago got me here.
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@EMedNation · 1 year ago
A great video. You are one of the best on YouTube.
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@BikingwithJP · 2 years ago
Wow, yes please make a video on fusion - I'm going to show this one to my kids. Well explained, great graphics, didn't realize only 1.6k subs until I started reading the comments. Subbed and liked to support your channel :)
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@UpsetSuperBob · 3 years ago
“Simple mechanics”<br><br><b>proceeds to make a ten minute long video</b>
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@murraygrigg · 1 year ago
More videos please. You have a knack to explain things very well with diagrams..
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@lm707 · 1 month ago
Yes, please do the fusion video!
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