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The reactor which produces power due to fission by fast neutrons and regenerates more fissionable material than it consumes is

A

Thermal reactor

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Breeder reactor

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Both the above

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None

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Solution

The correct option is B Breeder reactor
A breeder reactor is that which not only generates power but also produces more fuel of its own than it consumes.

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2.the neutrons immediately take part in the fission process.
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