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Nuclear explosives are devices that release energy through nuclear reactions, primarily nuclear fission or nuclear fusion. There are two main types of nuclear explosives: 1. **Nuclear Fission Explosives**: These weapons work by splitting the nuclei of heavy atoms (like uranium-235 or plutonium-239) into smaller nuclei, releasing a tremendous amount of energy in the process.

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