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Nuclear Fusion

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
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Verified for the 2026 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

Nuclear fusion is a process in which two or more atomic nuclei come together to form a heavier nucleus, releasing a large amount of energy in the process.

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