Which of the following is used as neutron absorber in the nuclear reactor?

Water

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Deuterium

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Some compound of uranium

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Cadmium

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Solution

The correct option is D Cadmium
Graphite, cadmium, berillium, and boron rods are used as neutron absorber in the nuclear reactor.

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