How is a dirty bomb detonated?

A dirty bomb does not produce an explosive blast like a nuclear bomb. Instead, it spreads radioactive dust and debris over a wide area, potentially resulting in high radiation exposure and contamination. The detonation usually involves the use of a conventional explosive, such as dynamite, to disperse radioactive material. Dirty bombs are intentionally designed to cause widespread psychological, environmental, and radiological harm, rather than primarily destroying structures.