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In the context of chemical processes, such as [[chemical rockets]], fuel refers to a reducing agent which can be chemically combined with an [[oxidizer]] to release energy. In other contexts, such as [[nuclear energy]], it normally refers to the substance which is used as an energy source.
 
In the context of chemical processes, such as [[chemical rockets]], fuel refers to a reducing agent which can be chemically combined with an [[oxidizer]] to release energy. In other contexts, such as [[nuclear energy]], it normally refers to the substance which is used as an energy source.
  
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In the context of chemical processes, such as chemical rockets, fuel refers to a reducing agent which can be chemically combined with an oxidizer to release energy. In other contexts, such as nuclear energy, it normally refers to the substance which is used as an energy source.