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Equation for U-235 Fission:

One uranium atom releases 215 MeV of energy. This is approximately 3.4*10^-10J

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Source: World Nuclear Association

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Equation for Nuclear Fusion:

Two hydrogen atoms releases 3.27 MeV of energy. This is approximately 5.2*10^-13J

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