why are atom bombs or nuclear Bombs detonated above certain Height clearance from ground? Why not directly detonate it on the ground?

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why are atom bombs or nuclear Bombs detonated above certain Height clearance from ground? Why not directly detonate it on the ground?

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From what I understand, the area of destruction is greater when detonated slightly above ground. If the bomb is on the ground, then the ground will block some of the blast.

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