megaton

[US]/ˈmɛɡəˌtʌn/
[UK]/ˈmɛɡəˌtʌn/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a unit of mass equal to one million tons

Phrases & Collocations

megaton bomb

megaton explosion

megaton yield

megaton scale

megaton impact

megaton equivalent

megaton threat

megaton force

megaton energy

megaton release

Example Sentences

the bomb had a yield of over one megaton.

scientists estimated the asteroid's impact would release energy equivalent to several megatons.

the nuclear reactor can produce power in the megaton range.

one megaton of tnt is a common unit for measuring explosive power.

the explosion was equivalent to a megaton of dynamite.

military tests often involve devices with megaton capabilities.

the climate change report warned of effects equivalent to multiple megatons of carbon emissions.

experts discussed the implications of a megaton explosion on the environment.

in the event of a megaton explosion, evacuation plans must be in place.

the megaton scale is often used in disaster preparedness scenarios.

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