nuclear energy

noun

physics
: energy that is created by splitting apart the nuclei of atoms

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Recent Examples on the Web Last year, Japan renewed its commitment to nuclear energy, aiming to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050. Nina Turner, Newsweek, 29 Oct. 2024 Ishiba also supports legislation that could allow married women to keep their maiden names, and has said Japan should reduce its dependence on nuclear energy in favor of renewables. Helen Regan, CNN, 26 Oct. 2024 In the past, the Department of Energy (DOE) has focused in large part on nuclear energy and basic research. Justin Worland, TIME, 25 Oct. 2024 For what seems to be the first time in decades, nuclear energy is having a moment. Rob Nikolewski, The Mercury News, 16 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for nuclear energy 

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“Nuclear energy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nuclear%20energy. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.

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