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nuclear fusion
Nuclear fusion is when two or more lightweight atoms join together to form one heavier nucleus, with any energy released due to the conversion being converted into nuclear energy. (noun)
An example of nuclear fusion is the process of four hydrogens coming together to form helium.
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