How does a shockwave kill you?

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Can’t we just imagine it as a really strong wind that knocks you off your feet?

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We can indeed imagine that, but a strong wind builds up its energy and pressure over a far longer time than the shockwave (blastwave) from an explosion. If strong enough the sudden change in pressure can kill you.

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