Q81
Breeder reactors employ liquid metal coolant because it
A.
Acts as good moderator
B.
Produces maximum steam
C.
Transfers heat from core at a fast rate
AnswerD.
Breeds neutrons
Answer: Option C
Solution
Answer: Option C
Solution:
Breeder reactors employ liquid metal coolant because it transfers heat from core at a fast rate It has a large specific heat so that it is an efficient heat-transfer fluid. In practice, those reactors which have used liquid metal coolants have been fast-neutron reactors.