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fission vs fusion
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| fissionnoun/ˈfɪʃ.ən/ | Meaning The splitting of the center of an atom, which releases a lot of energy. | Goes with — | Example Nuclear power plants make electricity by using the energy released during fission. |
| fusionnoun/ˈfjuː.ʒən/ | Meaning the joining of two or more things into one; in physics, the joining of atoms to release energy | Goes with nuclear fusion | Example Nuclear fusion powers the Sun and every other star in the sky. |
Which word fits?
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Nuclear power plants make electricity by using the energy released during .