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What is the purpose of using a moderator, such as heavy water (D2O) or graphite, in a nuclear reactor?

Options

  1. ATo increase the speed of neutrons
  2. BTo decrease the speed of neutrons
  3. CTo prevent neutron collisions
  4. DTo enhance fission reactions

Correct answer

B. To decrease the speed of neutrons

Step-by-step solution

Correct Option is : (B) To decrease the speed of neutrons

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