Il Related Information:(1) nuclear power nuclear power: the energy consumed or produced in modifying the composition of the atomic nucleus and powering electricity-generating plants in countries throughout the world. It is seen by many as the source of inexpensive, clean power; but, because of the hazardous radiation emitted in producing that power and the radioactivity of the materials used, others feel that it may not be a viable energy alternative to the use of fossil fuels or solar energy At present, only the fission process is used in the commercial production of energy, usually to make electricity, but also occasionally to produce steam for district heating or industrial applications. Public opinion remains largely favorable toward nuclear energy Text B of Nif 9 By Yang xingfangText B of Nit 9 By Yang xiongfang II. Related Information: (1) nuclear power nuclear power: the energy consumed or produced in modifying the composition of the atomic nucleus and powering electricity-generating plants in countries throughout the world. It is seen by many as the source of inexpensive, clean power; but, because of the hazardous radiation emitted in producing that power and the radioactivity of the materials used, others feel that it may not be a viable energy alternative to the use of fossil fuels or solar energy. At present, only the fission process is used in the commercial production of energy, usually to make electricity, but also occasionally to produce steam for district heating or industrial applications. Public opinion remains largely favorable toward nuclear energy