Which one of the following isotope is used as a fuel in nuclear reactors?

An isotope of thorium

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An isotope of thorium

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An isotope of iodine

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An isotope of uranium

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Solution

The correct option is D
An isotope of uranium

An isotope of uranium is used as a fuel in nuclear reactors.

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