Why do nuclear power plants produce so much energy?

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If nuclear power plants boil water to turn a turbine to make energy then why do they make more energy than a coal power plant that does the same?

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In short, nuclear fuel burns hotter for longer than coal can. This allows for higher pressure steam, which means faster turning turbines.

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