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Mechanical Engineering · Q39

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Engineering and GATE · Mechanical Engineering · question 39

Q39

Fast breeder reactor uses

A.
Boiler
B.
Direct cycle of coolant system
C.
Double circuit system of coolant cycle
Answer
D.
Multi passes system

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
Fast breeder reactor uses Double circuit system of coolant cycle
fast reactor uses a coolant that is not an efficient moderator, such as liquid sodium, so its neutrons remain high-energy.
This plutonium isotope can be reprocessed and used as more reactor fuel or in the production of nuclear weapons.