Consider the following statements In nuclear power reactors
(a) Uranium-235 is used as the fission material.
(b) Graphite is used as a moderator.
(c) Rods of lead are used to control the rate of nuclear reaction.
Which of the above statements are correct?

(a), (b) and (c)

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(a) and (b)

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(b) and (c)

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(a) and (c)

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Solution

The correct option is B (a) and (b)
Option: (b)

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Q80. With reference to fast breeder reactors, consider the following statements:

1. They use fast neutrons for sustaining the chain reaction.

2. Heavy water is used as moderator in these reactors.

3. They breed more fissile material than they consume.

Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?

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