MCQ
Fast neutrons can easily be slowed down by
- AThe use of lead shielding
- ✓Passing them through water
- CElastic collisions with heavy nuclei
- DApplying a strong electric field
✓
Answer
Correct option: B.
Passing them through water
b
(b)Heavy water is used as moderators in nuclear reactions to slow down the neutrons.
(b)Heavy water is used as moderators in nuclear reactions to slow down the neutrons.
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