Explosion Collection (page 90)

Subatomic particles, artwork
Subatomic particles, conceptual computer artwork

Neutrinos, conceptual image
Neutrinos, conceptual composite image

Particle bombardment, artwork
Particle bombardment, conceptual computer artwork

Destruction of DNA helix. The computer artwork may represent the breakdown of DNA during an explosion or the destruction of DNA in hot, molten lava

Spherical universe, artwork
Spherical or closed universe, conceptual artwork

Hyperspace, artwork
Hyperspace, conceptual computer artwork

Big Bang, conceptual image. The Big Bang (represented at upper left) is a huge explosion that is believed to have created the universe 13.7 billion years ago

Gunpowder explosion

Vanguard satellite damaged in rocket explosion in December 1957 on display at the National Air & Space Museum, Washington DC

Artificial rain experiment, 19th century

Podkamennaya Tunguska Valley in 1927
Ground zero : the site of the Tunguska event. In the early hours of 30 June 1908, a huge fireball was observed low in the sky over western Siberia

Trees damaged in the Tunguska event
Damage to trees caused by the Tunguska event. In the early hours of 30 June 1908, a huge fireball was observed low in the sky over western Siberia

Light explosion concept
" Light explosion" image of a Meteosat weather satellite at the National Space Centre, Leicester, UK (effect produced by zooming while shutter was open)

Earth. Computer artwork of the Earth in space with the Sun rising behind it

Sunrise. Computer artwork of the Earth in space, with the Sun emerging from behind it

Lava bubble explosion, Hawaii
Lava bubble explosion in a lava flow from Kilauea volcano, in the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Hawaii, USA

Earth exploding, conceptual image

Steam ring. Steam ring being blown from the Bocca Nuova vent of Mount Etna, Sicily. Steam rings are generated when a pulse of steam is ejected from a near-cylindrical volcanic vent

Missile being destroyed in Kazakhstan
Disarmament. Explosion caused by the destruction of a missile at a site in Kazakhstan. The fireball comes from the solid-fuel rocket engine of the missile

Nuclear explosion. Mushroom cloud from a Soviet nuclear weapons test rising above the Semipalatinsk Test Site, Kazakhstan

Supernova explosion, computer simulation
Supernova explosion. Computer simulation showing the gas velocities of a 15 solar mass star exploding into a supernova at one second after the start of the explosion

Extinction of the dinosaurs, artwork
Extinction of the dinosaurs. Artwork of the explosion from asteroid impact that is thought to have caused the extinction of the dinosaurs around 65 million years ago

Blast at open-cast mine
Open cast mining. Explosion of blasting charges at an open cast mine. Carefully placed charges will break up a large volume of rock and push it away from the face so it is easier to remove

Tunguska forest
Aerial view of the landscape around Tunguska, 100 years after the famous explosion. At around 7.14am local time on 30 June 1908 a powerful explosion occurred above the Podkamennaya Tunguska River in

Tunguska forest
Fallen trees at Tunguska, 100 years after the famous explosion. At around 7.14am local time on 30 June 1908 a powerful explosion occurred above the Podkamennaya Tunguska River in the Krasnoyarsk

Aviation Fuel Bowser at Brussells Airport
Aviation fuel is a specialized type of petroleum-based fuel used to power aircraft. It is generally of a higher quality than fuels used in less critical applications such as heating or road

Time warp, conceptual artwork
Time warp, conceptual computer artwork. Warped clock faces, which could represent space-time being warped by gravitational fields

Dangers of steam carriages, 19th century
Dangers of steam carriages. 19th-century caricature lampooning the dangers of the steam carriages being developed at this time. A steam carriage at right has exploded

19th Century meteorite observations
Trails of shooting stars and fireballs between 1860 and 1865 and smoke trails observed on August 9th and 12th

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"Capturing the Power: A Spectacle of Explosions Unleashed" In the realm of art, explosions have been depicted in various forms throughout history. From Norman Lindsay's mesmerizing portrayal of a star exploding to James Prinsep Beadle's vivid depiction of the Ulster Division under attack, these artworks encapsulate the sheer intensity and devastation caused by such cataclysmic events. Charles John De Lacy's masterpiece, "The Vindictive at Zeebrugge, " transports us to 1918 when this explosive assault unfolded during World War I. The image serves as a haunting reminder of the sacrifices made by brave soldiers amidst chaos and destruction. Moving forward in time, we witness Bruce Bairnsfather's poignant WWI cartoon titled "A Miner Success. " This clever illustration sheds light on the dangerous conditions faced by miners who were tasked with detonating explosives underground during wartime. Shifting our gaze beyond Earth, we encounter a stunning composite image capturing the Crab Nebula. This celestial explosion showcases nature's ability to create breathtaking beauty even within its most violent moments. Not limited to war or natural phenomena, explosions also find their place in entertainment. Rik Mayall and Adrian Edmundson immortalized these fiery bursts through their comedic brilliance as the Dangerous Brothers on Saturday Live. Their explosive performances left audiences roaring with laughter. Taking flight into aviation history, we marvel at Hendon Aerial Pageant where daredevil pilots showcased aerial stunts that thrilled spectators while pushing boundaries within controlled explosions and pyrotechnics displays. Artistic interpretations extend further into space as well; supernova they are brought to life through captivating artwork that captures both their destructive force and awe-inspiring magnificence. History reminds us that not all explosions occur on land or in space; tragedy struck aboard steamboat Sultana in 1865 when it exploded near Helena. This disaster claimed countless lives and stands as a somber testament to the devastating consequences of an explosion gone wrong. In contrast, H.