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What is the purpose of a moderator in a nuclear reactor?
to cool the reactor core
to slow down neutrons to the appropriate speed for fission
to shield the reactor from radiation
to absorb excess neutrons
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Which of the following materials are commonly used as moderators in nuclear reactors?
both water and graphite
water
graphite
neither water nor graphite
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What is the term for the minimum amount of fissile material required to sustain a chain reaction?
critical mass
chain limit
reaction mass
fission threshold
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What is the primary function of control rods in a nuclear reactor?
to initiate the fission reaction
to cool the reactor core
to generate electricity
to regulate the rate of fission
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How do control rods affect the rate of fission in a nuclear reactor?
inserting control rods increases the rate of fission
control rods are only used in emergency situations
control rods have no effect on the rate of fission
retracting control rods increases the rate of fission
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What is the purpose of the coolant fluid circulating within the reactor?
to carry away heat generated by the fission process
to shield the reactor from radiation
to absorb neutrons and slow down the fission reaction
to lubricate the moving parts of the reactor
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How is the heat generated by the fission process used to produce electricity?
the heat is converted directly into electrical energy
the heat is used to boil water, creating steam that powers turbines
the heat is used to create a temperature gradient for thermoelectric generation
the heat is not used for electricity production
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Which of the following is an advantage of nuclear power?
minimal radioactive waste
low construction costs
widespread public support for reactor sites
low carbon emissions during operation
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What is a key challenge associated with nuclear power?
secure, long-term isolation of radioactive waste
high operational costs
dependency on fossil fuels
fluctuating energy output
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Explain the process of nuclear fission and how it generates energy in a nuclear reactor.
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What role do moderators and control rods play in managing fission reactions within a nuclear reactor?
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