Question
Chemistry Question on Structure of atom
Heavy water is _________.
A
(A) Monoterium oxide
B
(B) Polyterium oxide
C
(C) Deuterium oxide
D
(D) Tritium oxide
Answer
(C) Deuterium oxide
Explanation
Solution
Explanation:
Heavy water (D2O), also called deuterium oxide. Heavy water is used as a moderator in some reactors because it slows down neutrons effectively and also has a low probability of absorption of neutrons. Hence, the correct option is (C).