nuclear energy

noun

physics

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

Examples of nuclear energy in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Once that plant is up and running, only six uranium fuel pellets, which cost about $25 each (or $150 total) and are burned to make nuclear energy, are needed to power an average American household for a year. — Donald Keough, Christian Science Monitor, 2 Sep. 2026

As countries look to reduce their dependence on fossil fuels, nuclear energy is making a major comeback. — Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 1 Sep. 2026

Critics say nuclear energy is too expensive and still faces risks from natural disasters such as earthquakes or floods. — Los Angeles Times, 28 Aug. 2026

Trust is hard to earn and easy to lose — especially in a field like nuclear energy. — Vincent Ialenti, Washington Post, 26 Aug. 2026

Rhymes for nuclear energy

• bioenergy