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The function of heavy water in a nuclear reactor is to

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The function of heavy water in a nuclear reactor is to?

(a)

Slow down the speed of neutrons.

(b)

Increase the speed of neutrons.

(c)

Cooldown the reactor.

(d)

Stop the nuclear reaction.

Answer:

(a)

Core Books/NCERT

Explanation

Option (a) is correct: Heavy water (D2O) is used as a neutron moderator to slow down neutrons in a nuclear reactor.