Which of the Following Is a Major Advantage of Breeder

question 23

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a major advantage of breeder nuclear fission?

• A) Breeder nuclear fission is responsible for 30% of the electricity needed worldwide.
• B) Nonfissionable U-238 is converted to fissionable Pu-239
• C) It uses sodium as a coolant, which is safer than using water.
• D) It uses uranium-235 as a main energy source.
• E) It neither uses nor produces weapons-grade materials.

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