Q55
The function of control rods in nuclear plants is to
A.
Control temperature
B.
Control radioactive pollution
C.
Control absorption of neutron
AnswerD.
Control fuel consumption
Answer: Option C
Solution
Answer: Option C
Solution:
Control rods are used in nuclear reactors to control the fission rate of uranium and plutonium.They are composed of chemical elements such as boron, silver, indium and cadmium that are capable of absorbing many neutrons without themselves fissioning.