Breeder reactor has a conversion ratio of
A. Unity
B. More than unity
C. Less than unity
D. Zero
Answer: Option B
Solution(By Examveda Team)
In a breeder reactor, the conversion ratio is higher than 1. "Break-even" is achieved when the conversion ratio reaches 1.0 and the reactor produces as much fissile material as it usesRelated Questions on Power Plant Engineering
Reactors for propulsion applications use
A. Natural uranium
B. Molten lead
C. Any form of uranium
D. Thorium
Reactors designed for propulsion applications are designed for
A. Natural uranium
B. Enriched uranium
C. Pure uranium
D. Any type of uranium
Reactors for propulsion applications are designed for
A. Any form of uranium
B. Natural uranium
C. Enriched uranium
D. Plutonium
The size of the reactor is said to be critical when
A. Chain reaction can be initiated
B. It becomes uncontrollable
C. It explodes
D. It produces no power
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