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Why is plutonium in a nuclear power sation?
Plutonium is used in nuclear power stations as a fuel in some types of reactors, like fast breeder reactors. It can undergo fission to produce energy. Additionally, plutonium can be created as a byproduct in nuclear reactors, which can then be reprocessed and reused as fuel.
What are the chemicals called when they are mixed and they react to each other?
reactants or reactors
Are lasers used for nuclear reactors?
No, at least not for power reactors
What is a mixed flow fan?
A fan with mixed flows
What is a mixed-flow fan?
A fan with mixed flows
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what does a circular model of a mixed economy show
Functions of nuclear reactors?
One of the primary functions of a nuclear reactor is to maintain a chain reaction. Also, nuclear reactors are meant to provide a steady flow of neutrons.
Why use plutonium in nuclear reactors?
Plutonium is used in nuclear reactors as a fuel because it can undergo fission, producing energy in the process. It is created as a byproduct in uranium-fueled reactors and can be recycled for use as fuel in mixed-oxide (MOX) fuel. Plutonium helps extend the fuel cycle and reduce waste by utilizing more of the energy content in nuclear fuel.
Is thorium used in nuclear reactors?
Not as fuel, but it can be used in breeder reactors as breeding material to make fissile Uranium-233.
How are nuclear reactors used in nuclear reactors?
Nuclear reactors use controlled nuclear fission reactions to generate heat, which is then used to produce steam that drives turbines to generate electricity. The heat is produced in the reactor core where nuclear fuel rods containing uranium or plutonium undergo fission reactions. The reactor's cooling system helps regulate the temperature and prevent overheating.
Will thorium powered reactors be built?
Yes, thorium was used as a fertile material in nuclear reactors.
What has the author Gilbert Melese written?
Gilbert Melese has written: 'Thermal and flow design of helium-cooled reactors' -- subject(s): Design and construction, Gas cooled reactors, Helium
