Q42
Which of the following is more appropriate for a moderator? One which
A.
Does not absorb neutrons
AnswerB.
Absorbs neutrons
C.
Accelerates neutrons
D.
Eats up neutrons
Answer: Option A
Solution
Answer: Option A
Solution:
moderator is a medium that reduces the speed of fast neutrons, thereby turning them into thermal neutrons capable of sustaining a nuclear chain reaction involving uranium-235 or a similar fissile nuclide