Multiple Choice
Which of the following statements is true about nuclear energy used for producing electricity?
A) Nuclear energy is produced through the process of fission, while the Sun produces energy through the process of fusion
B) Nuclear energy is produced through the process of fusion, while the Sun produces energy through the process of fission
C) Nuclear energy and the Sun both use fission to produce energy
D) Nuclear energy and the Sun both use fusion to produce energy
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