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Also known as bang, blast, burst, boom, kaboom, exploding, explode
thumb|upright=1.35|Explosion of unserviceable ammunition and other military items thumb|upright=1.35|The explosion of the Castle Nectar nuclear bomb.
An explosion is a rapid, violent release of energy that creates a shock wave and can cause significant destruction. Explosions matter because they can result from various sources—including ammunition, military operations, or nuclear devices—and pose serious safety and security concerns to people and infrastructure.
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