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Which are used in nuclear reactors to absorb neutrons?
Control rods, such as boron or cadmium, are used in nuclear reactors to absorb neutrons and regulate the rate of the nuclear reaction. By adjusting the position of these control rods, the reactor operators can control the power output of the reactor and ensure safety.
Why are breeder reactors not used widely in the nuclear power industry?
Breeder reactors are not widely used in the nuclear power industry due to concerns about safety, high costs of construction and operation, potential for nuclear proliferation, and public perception of nuclear energy.
What process do nuclear reactors use?
Nuclear reactors use nuclear fission.
How many of the countries in the world do not have nuclear power reactors?
There are currently (year 2013) 31 countries having nuclear power reactors. The rest are not having nuclear power.
What does scram mean for a nuclear reactor?
In dealing with a nuclear reactor SCRAM stands for Safety Control Rod Activator Mechanism. Nuclear reactors can be quite dangerous.
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.
What is the purpose of having redundancy and diversity in nuclear reactors?
Having redundancy and diversity in nuclear reactors helps to improve safety and minimize the risk of accidents. Redundancy ensures that critical systems have backups in case of failures, while diversity involves using different designs or technologies to provide additional layers of protection. This helps to maintain the integrity of the reactor and prevent the potential for catastrophic events.
What nuclear reaction is currently used to produce nuclear energy in nuclear reactors?
We use nuclear fission in nuclear reactors to tap nuclear energy.
What has the author C R McCullough written?
C. R. McCullough has written: 'Safety aspects of nuclear reactors'
How many nuclear reactors are in the world?
There are over 400 nuclear reactors around the world.
What is the bad things about the nuclear power reactors?
there are no bad things about the nuclear power reactors
What energy cannot be used?
Nuclear energy cannot be directly harnessed for everyday use due to safety concerns and regulatory restrictions related to nuclear reactors.
