Atom Energy: From ATOMIC BOMB to Nuclear Reactor. Complete History

Boris Martsinkevich dives into the world of nuclear physics, uncovering the shocking secrets of uranium and plutonium fission that changed the world forever. He explains how nuclear reactors work, how weapons‑grade plutonium is created, and the hidden aspects of uranium enrichment. The video explores the history of the Manhattan Project and highlights the brilliant minds—Niels Bohr and Lise Meitner—who solved key nuclear mysteries. It also analyzes the differences between nuclear fission and fusion, and why heavy water became essential for the most powerful reactors. Viewers learn which isotopes were critical for both nuclear weapons and peaceful energy, and why they matter. This journey offers a fascinating look into the heart of the atomic age, full of unique discoveries and little‑known facts.