Which material is used as a neutron moderator?

Graphite

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Cadmium

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Boron

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Uranium

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Solution

The correct option is A Graphite
Neutron moderators slow down the speed of neutrons by collisions. They do not absorb neutron. e.g. heavy water and graphite.

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