Question
Physics Question on Nuclear physics
Heavy water is used to moderate in nuclear reactor because
A
It controls the energy released in the reactor
B
It absorbs neutrons and stops chain reaction
C
it cools the reactor faster
D
It slows down the fast-moving neutrons
Answer
It slows down the fast-moving neutrons
Explanation
Solution
The correct option is: (D): It slows down the fast-moving neutrons.slows down neutrons effectively and also has a low probability of absorption of neutrons.