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Heavy water is used in nuclear reactor to

A. Slow down neutron

B. Absorb neutron

C. Increase temperature

D. Increase speed of neutron

Answer: Option A

Solution(By Examveda Team)

Heavy water is used in nuclear reactor to slow down neutron.

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Comments ( 3 )

  1. Anjali Barman
    Anjali Barman :
    3 years ago

    Heavy water use as a neutron medertor, slow down the speeds of neutron and Coolant.

  2. KANHA L
    KANHA L :
    3 years ago

    Heavy water use in nuclear reactors as moderator so in reducing the speed of neutrons

  3. Ningaraj Teli
    Ningaraj Teli :
    3 years ago

    Ans B correct

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