RAJASTHAN PMT Rajasthan - PMT Solved Paper-2003

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    Which one of the following acts as a neutron absorber in a nuclear reactor?

    A)  Cd-rod                                

    B)  Heavy water \[({{D}_{2}}O)\]

    C)  Graphite            

    D)         Distilled water \[({{H}_{2}}O)\]

    Correct Answer: A

    Solution :

    Cd-rods absorb neutrons, while heavy water and graphite slow down the neutrons and water acts as a coolant.


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