0
Because water has a very high specific heat and is capable of absorbing a large amount of heat energy without changing temperature.
Wiki User
∙ 14y ago
Add your answer:
Earn +20 pts
Examples of moderating variable?
visithttp:/www.statisticssolutions.com/moderator-variable. it gives good definition of moderator variable
How do you be a moderator on chobots?
You will have to be a citizen and then if you're nice and kind to everyone you would have a good chance on being an agent or moderator
Which is used as moderator in nuclear reactor?
Most often, light water (H2O) is used as a moderator in a nuclear reactor. Sometimes, heavy water (D2O), or graphite is used.
Are the PHWR and PWR are same?
They are the same in that they don't allow reactor coolant water boiling in the primary water coolant loop. They are different in that in PHWR the moderator is heavy water while in PWR the moderator is normal light water.
What are the moderator used in a nuclear reactor with natural uranium?
The moderator used in nuclear reactors with natural uranium is generally the heavy water (D2O).
Which material is used as a moderator in nuclear power plant?
It can be light water, heavy water, or graphite
What is used as an efficient moderator in a majority of reactors?
Light water (H2O) and heavy water (D2O)
What is fission temperature?
Fission of U-235 or Pu-239 is not very sensitive to temperature, but neutrons are absorbed better if they are slowed down after production, this is the function of the moderator.
How can neutrons be slowed in the reactor core?
This is the function of the moderator, which may be heavy water, light water, or graphite
Two important functions of heavy water in a candu reactor?
moderator, coolant
What is good water temperature for hydroponic systems?
Room temp.
Is helium or carbon or hydrogen or beryllium the best ideal moderator for use in the core of a nuclear reactor?
Carbon is a very good moderator, for use in gascooled reactors, the others not.
