nuclear energy
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nuclear energy
Energy that is released through the splitting or fusion of atomic nuclei, especially for generating electricity in nuclear power plants. Synonymous with nuclear power.
Die Nutzung der Atomenergie ist wegen der Risiken und des Atommülls sehr umstritten.
The use of nuclear energy is very controversial because of the risks and nuclear waste.
The word is made up of 'Atom' (atom) and 'Energie' (energy). So it literally describes the energy that is obtained from atoms.
Der Anteil der Atomenergie an der Stromerzeugung sinkt in Deutschland.
The share of nuclear energy in electricity generation is decreasing in Germany.
Common verbs with this noun are 'Atomenergie nutzen' (to use nuclear energy) or 'Atomenergie erzeugen' (to generate nuclear energy). A very important political phrase is 'der Ausstieg aus der Atomenergie' (the phase-out of nuclear energy).
Einige Wissenschaftler arbeiten an neuen Wegen, um Atomenergie sicher zu nutzen.
Some scientists are working on new ways to use nuclear energy safely.
This word is mainly used in formal contexts such as the news, politics, science, and environmental discussions.
In der politischen Debatte ging es um die Zukunft der Atomenergie.
The political debate was about the future of nuclear energy.
nuclear power
'Atomkraft' and 'Atomenergie' both mean energy from atomic nuclei and can often be used similarly. Both words fit especially when talking about electricity from nuclear power plants. 'Atomkraft' sounds a bit more common in everyday language and political discussions because it strongly suggests power plants and energy policy. 'Atomenergie' sounds a bit more general and can sound factual, but here it basically means the same form of energy. The words are easy to confuse because the difference is usually not in the meaning, but rather in the feel of the language.
In dem Artikel geht es um die Zukunft der Atomenergie in Europa.
The article is about the future of nuclear energy in Europe.
Morgen diskutieren wir im Unterricht die Vorteile und Nachteile der Atomkraft.
Tomorrow in class, we will discuss the advantages and disadvantages of nuclear power.