nuclear power plant
/ˈnjuːkliər ˈpaʊər plænt/ · nu·cle·ar pow·er plant
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- A facility that generates electricity through nuclear reactions, typically using nuclear fission or fusion. The nuclear power plant on the coast was a major source of electricity for the surrounding cities.
- A large industrial complex that houses and operates a nuclear reactor, often including cooling systems, fuel processing, and waste management facilities. The nuclear power plant's safety record was scrutinized after a minor incident occurred during routine maintenance.
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Did you know? The first nuclear power plant, Obninsk Nuclear Power Plant, was opened in the Soviet Union in 1954, producing 5 megawatts of electricity.