What was the name of the atomic bomb dropped on Hiroshima?
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Answer
The atomic bomb dropped on Hiroshima was called "Little Boy". It was a uranium-based weapon with a simple design that relied on a gun-type mechanism to achieve criticality. The bomb was detonated on August 6, 1945, resulting in widespread devastation and the loss of thousands of lives. The explosion instantly vaporized everything within a certain radius and triggered a massive firestorm that further decimated the city.
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