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nuclear fission
noun
Definition
A reaction in which the nucleus of an atom is split, releasing large amounts of energy.
In a sentence
“Nuclear fission has provided low-carbon electricity for decades but raises concerns around waste disposal.”
Synonyms
atomic splittingnuclear reaction
Common collocations
- nuclear fission reactor
- controlled nuclear fission
- nuclear fission power
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