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Chapter 20: Nuclear Energy and the Environment Nuclear Energy The energy of the atomic nucleus Two processes can be used to release that energy Fission – splitting of atomic nuclei Fusion – fusing or combining of atomic nuclei Nuclear reactors-devices that produce controlled nuclear fission. Used for commercial energy production Fission Reactors First demonstrated in 1942 Led to development of nuclear energy to produce electricity. Also power submarines, aircraft carriers, and icebreaker ships. Nuclear fission produces much more energy than fossil fuels 1 kilogram of uranium oxide produces hea