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Nuclear Power Plant

A nuclear power plant, also known as a nuclear power station, is a facility that produces electricity using nuclear reactions. It harnesses the energy released from the splitting of atomic nuclei in a process called nuclear fission.

Senses:

1. Noun: A facility or station that generates electricity through nuclear reactions.

2. Adjective: Referring to anything related to a nuclear power plant.

Sample Sentences:

1. Noun:

  • The nuclear power plant supplies electricity to millions of homes in the region.
  • After the Fukushima disaster, the government decided to shut down all nuclear power plants in the country.
  • Working at a nuclear power plant requires specialized training and expertise.

2. Adjective:

  • The workers went through rigorous safety procedures to ensure a nuclear power plant accident would not occur.
  • Strengthening the security measures around the facility is essential for maintaining the nuclear power plant's safety.
  • The environmental impact of a nuclear power plant is a topic of ongoing debate.

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