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[Make7]

libertypirate says:

Have you ever wondered why they don't blow up nukes for testing anymore. They have computers that simulate this for them, what is so unique is that these systems can simulate the position of every atom in an explosion.

5,038,349,371,116,328,754,360,555

That's the number of atoms in what I believe to be approximately the minimum amount of Plutonium required to achieve a critical mass. (2kg)

Could you provide some general details on the computer system that has the processing capability to "simulate the position of every atom in an explosion"? I find it utterly fascinating that such a thing would even be possible.

- Make7