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SECURITYJul 23 · 21:25 UTCSCIENTIFIC AMERICAN
Ancient geology could insulate Iran's nuclear centrifuges under Pickaxe Mountain from bombing
Iran's Pickaxe Mountain (Kuh-e Kolang Gaz La), part of a volcanic arc formed tens of millions of years ago, is composed of tough-to-penetrate rock. This geological feature could provide insulation for Iran's nuclear centrifuges against potential bombing attacks.