In fast breeder reactors
A. Any type of moderator can be used
B. Graphite is used as the moderator
C. Heavy water is used as the moderator
D. Moderator is dispensed with
Answer: Option D
Solution(By Examveda Team)
A fast-breeder nuclear reactor produces more fuel than it consumes, while generating energy.Conventional reactors use uranium as fuel and produce some plutonium.
Breeders produce much more plutonium, which can be separated and reused as fuel
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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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