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Standard X
Physics
Nuclear Reactor
Which of the ...
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Which of the following is used as a moderator?

A
Silicon
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Phosphorus
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C
Heavy water
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Oxygen
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The correct option is C Heavy water
A moderator is a substance such as graphite or heavy water, used to slow neutrons to speeds at which they are more efficient in causing fission.

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