The Control Rods in a Nuclear Reactor Regulate the Chain

question 35

Multiple Choice

The control rods in a nuclear reactor regulate the chain reaction by:

• A) absorbing the neutrons.
• B) absorbing the protons.
• C) absorbing the uranium or plutonium atoms.
• D) raising or lowering the temperature.

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