Asked by Taysha Garcon on Jul 11, 2024
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Which nation was the first to join the United States and the Soviet Union as a nuclear power,in 1952?
A) France
B) China
C) Italy
D) West Germany
E) Britain
Nuclear Power
The use of nuclear reactions that release nuclear energy to generate heat, which most frequently is then used in steam turbines to produce electricity in a nuclear power plant.
Soviet Union
A former socialist state that existed from 1922 to 1991, comprised of Russia and several surrounding countries, known for its role in global politics during the 20th century.
Britain
A country located off the northwestern coast of mainland Europe, comprising England, Scotland, and Wales.
- Identify the significance of nuclear power development and the space race in the context of the Cold War.
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Rajat SinghJul 17, 2024
Final Answer :
E
Explanation :
Britain was the first nation to join the United States and the Soviet Union as a nuclear power in 1952, when they successfully tested their own atomic bomb.
Learning Objectives
- Identify the significance of nuclear power development and the space race in the context of the Cold War.