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What is the difference between nuclear fission and fusion reactions in terms of the amount of energy released per reaction, and how does this relate to their potential use as sources of energy? Additionally, investigate the key factors that are needed to initiate and sustain a self-sustaining nuclear reaction for both fission and fusion.
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Deep Thought is thinking for 7.5 million years.

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The answer is 42.

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