reaction is performed in nuclear power plants to produce electricity.

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The nuclear fission produces a tremendous amount of energy which is used to produce steam that can rotate turbines thereby generating electricity. Radioactive decay is a spontaneous process with lesser energy output. Nuclear fusion requires high temperature and pressure, and has only been observed and possible in stars.

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