Control Rods in a Nuclear Reactor Are Used to

question 21

Multiple Choice

Control rods in a nuclear reactor are used to

• A)absorb neutrons.
• B)move fuel rods around in the chamber.
• C)provide neutrons to initiate reactions.
• D)provide cooling by decreasing the temperature of the water.
• E)increase the temperature of the water.

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Definitions:

Ionic Bond

A type of chemical bond that occurs when an atom transfers an electron to another atom, typically forming a bond between a metal and a nonmetal ion.

Hydrogen Bonds

A weak bond between two molecules resulting from an electrostatic attraction between a proton in one molecule and an electronegative atom in the other.

Capillary Action

The ability of a liquid to flow in narrow spaces without the assistance of external forces like gravity.

Water Transport

The movement of water and solutes across a plant, from roots to leaves, through the xylem and phloem, essential for nutrient distribution and photosynthesis.