The Purpose of a Moderator in a Nuclear Reactor Is

question 45

Multiple Choice

The purpose of a moderator in a nuclear reactor is to:

• A)provide neutrons for the fission process
• B)slow down fast neutrons to increase the probability of capture by uranium
• C)absorb dangerous gamma radiation
• D)shield the reactor operator from dangerous radiation
• E)none of the above

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Definitions:

Saccades

Rapid, abrupt movements of the eyes that change the point of fixation.

Transduction

The process of converting one form of energy into another, as in sensory processing or in the genetic alteration of bacteria by viruses.

Lens Accommodation

The process by which the eye's lens changes shape to focus near or far objects on the retina for clear vision.

Optic Disk

The point in the back of the eye where the optic nerve connects to the retina, devoid of photoreceptors.